What Is the Oxidation State of the Co Atom in [Co(NH₃)₅Cl](NO₃)₂

question 159

Multiple Choice

What is the oxidation state of the Co atom in [Co(NH₃) ₅Cl](NO₃) ₂?

• A)+2
• B)+3
• C)+4
• D)+6

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