Simplify the Expression

question 72

Essay

Simplify the expression. Leave your answer in terms of exponents.

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Definitions:

Major Structure

Refers to the most stable or predominant structure among several possible structures of a molecule under given conditions.

Oxidation State

A number that represents the total number of electrons that an atom either loses or gains in order to form a chemical bond with another atom.

Carbon

A chemical element with symbol C, fundamental to life and one of the most widely distributed elements in the universe, known for its ability to form various stable covalent bonds with other atoms.

Highest Oxidation

Refers to the maximum oxidation state an element can achieve in a compound, indicating the total number of electrons an atom can lose, gain, or share.