Question

What is the oxidation state of each element in the compound CaSO4? Include + or - in your answers as appropriate.
The oxidation state of calcium is
.

The oxidation state of sulfur is
.

The oxidation state of oxygen is
.

Answer 1

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The oxidation state of the compound CaSO4

the oxidation state oxygen : -2

the oxidation state of calcium : +2

Let us take x be the oxidation state of sulphur in the compound CaSO4

therefore , +2 + x + 4(-2) = 0

+2 +x -8 = 0

. -6 + X = 0

x= +6

therefore the oxidation state of sulphur is +6 in the compound CaSO4.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The oxidation state of calcium is   +2

The oxidation state of sulfur is   -1  

The oxidation state of oxygen is   -2