Determine the Oxidation State of Carbon in the Carbonate Ion

question 7

Multiple Choice

Determine the oxidation state of carbon in the carbonate ion CO₃^2-.

• A) +2
• B) +4
• C) +3
• D) +6
• E) +8

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