A compound contains atoms X, Y and Z. The oxidation number …

Chemistry Redox Reaction General Single Correct MCQ

Published on: August 13, 2026

A compound contains atoms X, Y and Z. The oxidation number of X is +2, Y is +5 and Z is -2 The possible formula of the compound is.

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The net charge on the compound should be zero. Or the sum of oxidation states .
Given: oxidation number of X is is +5 and Z is -2 .
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A compound contains atoms and Z . The oxidation number of X is is +5 and is -2 .
The possible formula of the compound is .

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