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:

  1. (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}