A Certain Transition Element Has the Stable Oxidation States of +2,+3,+5,and

question 35

Multiple Choice

A certain transition element has the stable oxidation states of +2,+3,+5,and +6.In which state will the element be most likely to form an ionic bond with chlorine?

• A)+2
• B)+3
• C)+4
• D)+5
• E)+6

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Definitions:

NAD+

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme present in all living cells that is crucial for energy metabolism and cellular functions.

ATP Molecules

Adenosine triphosphate molecules, which serve as the primary energy carrier in all living organisms, facilitating energy transfer within cells.

Oxidation

A chemical reaction in which a substance loses electrons, often associated with the gain of oxygen or the loss of hydrogen, leading to an increase in oxidation state.

Glucose

A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.