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Which element consistently has an oxidation state of -1 in compounds?
Which element consistently has an oxidation state of -1 in compounds?
- Bromine
- Fluorine (correct)
- Iodine
- Chlorine
When handling a diatomic oxidizing or reducing agent, what mathematical operation must be performed on the electron change?
When handling a diatomic oxidizing or reducing agent, what mathematical operation must be performed on the electron change?
- Square the change in electrons
- Multiply the change in electrons by two (correct)
- Divide the change in electrons by two
- Add one to the change in electrons
Which of the following statements about oxidation states is true?
Which of the following statements about oxidation states is true?
- Metals cannot have negative oxidation states
- Fluorine is the only element with an oxidation state of +1
- Fluorine always has an oxidation state of -1 (correct)
- Oxygen always has an oxidation state of -2
In a reaction involving a diatomic reducing agent, what is necessary for calculating electron transfer?
In a reaction involving a diatomic reducing agent, what is necessary for calculating electron transfer?
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Which of the following elements would not typically be assigned an oxidation state of -1?
Which of the following elements would not typically be assigned an oxidation state of -1?
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