what is the oxidation number of carbon in HCHO
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There are 4 carbon in HCHO
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The oxidation number of carbon in HCHO is 0.
Explanation:
- Oxidation number is defined as the number holded by an atom by either gain or loss of electrons when it chemically combines with another atom. For example, the given compound is HCHO.
- This means there are two hydrogen atoms, one oxygen atom and one carbon atom. It is known that oxidation number of a hydrogen atom is +1 and oxygen is -2. Let us assume the oxidation number of given carbon atom is x.
- Therefore, calculate the oxidation number of carbon as follows.
x + 2 + (-2) = 0 (as the compound is neutral)
x + 2 -2 = 0
x = 0
Therefore, oxidation number of given carbon atom is 0.
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