The P Block Elements Ques 81
81. In which of the following compounds, nitrogen exhibits highest oxidation state?
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(a) $N_2 H_4$
(b) $NH_3$
(c) $N_3 H$
(d) $NH_2 OH$
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Solution:
- (c) Molecule
Oxidation state of nitrogen
\begin{tabular}{ll} $N_2 H_4$ & $=0$ \ $NH_3$ & $= -3$ \\ $N_3 H$ & $=-1/3$ \\ $NH_2 OH$ & $=0$ \end{tabular}