The Substance Shown Below Is Called Cisplatin and Is Used

question 110

Multiple Choice

The substance shown below is called cisplatin and is used in the treatment of testicular cancer. [Pt(NH₃) ₂Cl₂]
What is the oxidation state of Pt in this substance?

• A) 0
• B) +1
• C) +2
• D) +3
• E) +4

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Definitions:

Demand Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity demanded by consumers, typically downward sloping to the right indicating an inverse relationship.

Tax on Buyers

A financial charge imposed directly on consumers, which tends to shift the demand curve downward, reflecting a decrease in the quantity demanded at each price.

Buyers Pay More

Refers to situations where consumers end up paying a higher price for goods or services due to various factors like increased demand or decreased supply.

Tax on Sellers

A financial charge imposed by a government on sellers of goods or services, which can affect market prices and quantities.