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The oxidation number of nitrogen in nitr...

The oxidation number of nitrogen in nitride ion is

A

`+3`

B

`-3`

C

` -5`

D

` +5`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Nitride ion is `N^(3-)`. For ions composed of only one atom, the oxidation number is equal to the charge on the ion.
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