Which Atom in the Compound K₂C₂O₄ Has a Positive Oxidation

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which atom in the compound K₂C₂O₄ has a positive oxidation state?

• A) potassium
• B) carbon
• C) both potassium and carbon
• D) both potassium and oxygen

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