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Which of the following statements regarding sulphur is incorrect?

A

The vapour at `200^@` C consists mostly of `S_8` rings

B

At `600^@`C the gas mainly consists of `S_2` molecules

C

The oxidation state of sulphur is never less than(+4) in its compounds

D

`S_2` molecule is paramagnetic

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The correct Answer is:
C
Sulphur can exhibit a minimum oxidation state of (-2). The electronic configuration of sulphur is `3s^2 3p^4`

So, it can accept two more electrons to attain noble gas configuration, Herice, a minimum of (-2) oxidation state is possible. For example, `H_2 S, Na_2 S`.
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