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ChemistryRedox ReactionsJEE Main

The most common oxidation state of an element is −2. The number of electrons present in its outermost shell is:

Answer: (C)

Solution

An element commonly showing a −2 oxidation state (e.g. O, S) needs 2 more electrons to

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