Redox Reactions And Electrochemistry Ques 758
Question: The most common oxidation state of an element is -2. The number of electrons present in the outermost shell is :
Options:
A) 2
B) 4
C) 6
D) 8
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
[c] Element of oxygen family required two electrons to complete their octet, so their oxidation state is - 2 generally.
