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The oxidation number of C in HNC is...

The oxidation number of `C` in `HNC` is

A

`+2`

B

`-3`

C

`+3`

D

`0`

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The correct Answer is:
A
`HNC:1-3+x=0implies x=2`
Oxidation state of `C= +2`
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