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Oxidation Number of 'S' in H2SO4 ?

Correct Answer: +6

Explanation:

In  H 2 S O 4 ,


Hydrogen has a charge of +2, with each hydrogen has +1.


Oxygen has  a charge of -8, with each oxugen has -2.


Total charge = (2 - 8) = -6


Therefore, the Oxidation number of Sulphur S is '+6' because to make the compound stable.


 


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