In the Complex Ion [Co(en)₂Br₂]⁺, What Is the Oxidation Number

question 78

Multiple Choice

In the complex ion [Co(en) ₂Br₂]⁺, what is the oxidation number of Co?

• A) +1
• B) +2
• C) +3
• D) -2
• E) -1

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