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The oxidation number of phosphorus in PO...

The oxidation number of phosphorus in `PO_(4)^(3-), P_(4)O_(10)`, and `P_(2)O_(7)^(4-)` is

A

`+5`

B

`+3`

C

`-3`

D

`+2`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Maximum oxidation number of `P` in all is `+5`.
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