What Is the Oxidation State of the Cobalt Atom in the [Co(NH₃)₄Cl₂]⁺

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is the oxidation state of the cobalt atom in the [Co(NH₃) ₄Cl₂]⁺ complex ion?

• A) +1
• B) +2
• C) +3
• D) +4
• E) +6

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