Which of the following correctly describes the concept of oxidation number?
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The question is asking for the correct definition of the concept of oxidation number, providing multiple choice options to choose from.
Answer
Oxidation numbers track electrons in compounds by representing electron losses or gains.
Oxidation numbers are a form of bookkeeping in chemistry that helps keep track of electrons within chemical compounds and ions.
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Oxidation numbers are a form of bookkeeping in chemistry that helps keep track of electrons within chemical compounds and ions.
More Information
Oxidation numbers are used to determine the degree of oxidation of an atom in a chemical compound. They help in balancing redox reactions and understanding electron flow in chemical reactions.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing oxidation numbers with actual ionic charges, especially in molecules with covalent bonds.
Sources
- Solved Which of the following statements correctly describe - Chegg - chegg.com
- Oxidation States (Oxidation Numbers) - Chemistry LibreTexts - chem.libretexts.org
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