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Which oxides of "K" contain more oxygen than its normal oxide?

Correct answer: B. Super oxide

  • A. Peroxide
  • B. Super oxide
  • C. Both contain equal quantity
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

Potassium form normal oxide ( in which oxygen has oxidation state -2) K2O2. KO is peroxide (oxygen has oxidation state -1) has same no.of oxygen as normal oxide. KO2 is super oxide (oxygen has oxidation state -½) has more no. of oxygen than normal oxide.

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