D and F Block Elements

Question

The correct order of following 3d metal oxides, according to their oxidation numbers is :

(a) CrO₃, (b) Fe₂O₃, (c) MnO₂, (d) V₂O₅, (e) Cu₂O

Accepted Answer

Option C. (a) … : Since there are three oxygen atoms each with an oxidation number of -2, the total oxidation number from the oxygen atoms is -6. To make the compound neutral, Chromium (Cr) must therefore have an oxidation number of +6.

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