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The oxidation number of sulphur in s 8 m...

The oxidation number of sulphur in s 8 molecule is

A

6

B

0

C

2

D

3

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The correct Answer is:
B
Oxidation number of sulphur is zero in `S_(8)` molecule as it a monoatomic molecule.
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