The Oxidation Number of Carbon in Carbon Dioxide Is ________

question 40

Multiple Choice

The oxidation number of carbon in carbon dioxide is ________

• A)(+2.)
• B)(-2.)
• C)(+4.)
• D)(-4.)
• E)(+1.)

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Definitions:

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