Question

Explain why Zn show only+2 oxidation state?

Answer 1

Explanation:

There are only 2 4s electrons to be lost, so zinc has an oxidation state of +2. Furthermore, it is unlikely zinc will lose more than its 4s electrons because the 3d orbital is filled and quite stable. Thus, it has a possible 2+ oxidation state.....

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Answer 2

Answer:

It only needs to loose 2 Electrons from the 4s shell to attain stability. Hence it only shows +2 oxidation state.