Redox Reactions And Electrochemistry Ques 469
Question: The oxidation state shown by silicon when it combines with strongly electropositive metals is [MH CET 2004]
Options:
A) - 2
B) - 4
C) + 4
D) - 2
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Silicon forms silicides with strongly electropositive metals (like $ Na,,Mg,,K $ etc.) In these compounds. It has oxidation number $ =-4 $ .