The oxidation states of nitrogen in ammonium nitrate are
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The oxidation states of nitrogen in ammonium nitrate are
- A) -3, +3
- B) -3, +5
- C) +3, -5
- D) -3, +4
Correct Answer: B) -3, +5
Explanation
Ammonium nitrate=NH4NO3 For NH4+: N+4(+1)=+1 N+4=+1 N=+1-4 N=-3For NO3-
N+3(-2)=-1
N-6=-1
N=-1+6
N=+5
The oxidation states of ammonium nitrate=-3,+5
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