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What is the oxidation number of Cr in K2Cr2O7?

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The question is asking for the oxidation number of chromium in the compound potassium dichromate (K2Cr2O7). To solve this, we will consider the rules for assigning oxidation states and apply them to the compound's structure.

Answer

+6

The final answer is +6

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The final answer is +6

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The oxidation state of an element in a compound can be determined by knowing the common oxidation states of other elements in the compound. For example, in K2Cr2O7, potassium (K) typically has an oxidation state of +1 and oxygen (O) has an oxidation state of -2.

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