What Is the Oxidation State of the Underlined Element in the Reaction

question 36

Multiple Choice

What is the oxidation state of the underlined element in the reaction: NaHCO₃ + HCl $\to$ NaCl + CO₂ + H₂O

• A)0
• B)+1
• C)-1
• D)+2
• E)-2

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