Question

2 compounds xy2 , xz4 are given. The oxidation state of Z is 1. what will be the oxidation state of Y?​

Answer 1

In XZ

4

X+4Z=0

X=+4

in XY

2

X+2Y=0

Y=−

2

X

Y=−2

Answer 2

Answer:

In XZ

4

X+4Z=0

X=+4

in XY

2

X+2Y=0

Y=−

2

X

Y=−2

and the molecular formula of the compound formed by Y when it combines with aluminium (Al) having oxidation state +3. is Al

2

Y

3