What Is the Oxidation Number of Oxygen in Potassium Superoxide

question 107

Multiple Choice

What is the oxidation number of oxygen in potassium superoxide, KO₂?

• A) +1
• B) 0
• C) -½
• D) +½
• E) -2

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