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What is the oxidation number of carbonyl carbon in methanal ?

A

`+3`

B

`+2`

C

`+4`

D

0

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The correct Answer is:
D
`H-overset(O)overset(||)(C)-HorHCHO`
`+1+x-2+1=0`
or x=0
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