Question

What is the oxidation state of C in K2 C204​

Answer 1

Therefore, let the oxidation state of one carbon is x.

Calculate the oxidation number of carbon atom in K_{2}C_{2}O_{4}K

2

C

2

O

4

as follows.

2 + 2x - 8 = 0

2x = +6

x = +3

Therefore, oxidation state of carbon is +3.