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The Oxidation number of S in `S_2O_8^(-2)` is :

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To find the oxidation number of sulfur (S) in the compound \( S_2O_8^{2-} \), we can follow these steps: ### Step 1: Assign Variables Let the oxidation number of sulfur be \( x \). ### Step 2: Identify the Oxidation Number of Oxygen The oxidation number of oxygen is typically \( -2 \). ...
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  • The oxidation state of S in H_(2)S_(2)O_(8) is

    A
    `+6`
    B
    `+7`
    C
    `+8`
    D
    0

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