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ChemistryThe p-Block ElementsJEE Main

Maximum oxidation state shown by chalcogens is

Answer: 6

Solution

Chalcogens (group 16: O, S, Se, Te, Po) have 6 valence electrons. The heavier members of the group (S, Se, Te), which can use all 6 valence electrons in bonding (e.g. in ,

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