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The maximum number of oxidation states which nitrogen can show in its compounds is

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9
oxidation states are possible, i.e., -3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3, +4 and +5.
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  • Which of the followig show maximum number of different oxidation state in its compounds ?

    A
    Eu
    B
    Gd
    C
    La
    D
    Nd

  • Which oxidation state is not shown by carbon in its compounds?

    A
    `-4`
    B
    4
    C
    1
    D
    0

  • The element with maximum number of oxidation states in their compounds is

    A
    Eu
    B
    La
    C
    Gd
    D
    Am