Chemistry, asked by zackyeash, 11 months ago

what is the oxidation number of c in co2

scientific1: So unlike metals, which are almost always in a positive oxidation state, the oxidation state of carbon can vary widely, from -4 (in CH4) to +4(such as in CO2). Here are some examples. (Don't forget that this is called a “formalism” for a reason. The charge on the carbon isn't really +4 or –4.

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Answered by Anonymous

Given compound -

$\mathsf{CO_2}$

Oxidation number of O = - 2

Let the Oxidation number of C be x.

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x + 2 ( - 2 ) = 0

x - 4 = 0

x = + 4

Hence, oxidation number of C = + 4

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Answered by keya82

Hey, here is your answer

The oxidation number of c in co2 is 4.

Hope it helps you

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