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What is the oxidation number of phosphorus in `H_(3)PO_(4)` molecule ?

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To find the oxidation number of phosphorus in the molecule \( H_3PO_4 \), we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Assign oxidation states to known elements - Hydrogen (H) has an oxidation state of +1. - Oxygen (O) has an oxidation state of -2. ### Step 2: Set up the equation Let the oxidation number of phosphorus (P) be \( x \). The molecule \( H_3PO_4 \) contains: ...
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    B
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    C
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    D
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