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Which of the following statements regarding sulphur is incorrect?

A

`S_(2)` molecule is paramagnetic.

B

The vapours the `200^(@)C` consist mostly of `S_(8)` rings.

C

At `600^(@)C`, the gas mainly consists of `S_(2)` molecules.

D

The oxidation state of sulphur is never less than `+4` in its compounds.

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D
Sulphur exhibits oxidation states of `-2,+2,+4 " and " +6` in its compounds
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