Oxidation state of P in Mg₃P₂O₈ is:
Correct answer: D. +1
- A. +2
- B. -2
- C. -1
- D. +1
Explanation
Mg₃P₂O₈ (Magnesium Pyrophosphate):The oxidation number of magnesium (Mg) is +2.The oxidation number of oxygen (O) is -2
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