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What is the oxidation number of carbon in `C_(3)O_(2)` ( carbon suboxide ) ?

A

`+4//3`

B

`+10//4`

C

`+2`

D

`+2//3`

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The correct Answer is:
A
`O=overset(+2)C=overset(0)C=overset(+2)C=O`
In `C_(3)O_(2)`, two C atoms linked with oxygen atoms are present in +2 oxidation state and central carbon has zero oxidation state. So, the average oxidation state of C is + 4/3 .
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