What Is the Range of Oxidation States That Are Exhibited

question 96

Multiple Choice

What is the range of oxidation states that are exhibited by P?

• A)from -3 to 0
• B)from -3 to +3
• C)from -3 to +5
• D)from 0 to +5

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