At least one element in its highest possible oxidation state is present in which of the following?
(a) ClO3- (b) NO2- (c) F2 (d) XeF6
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Oxidation state for the elements in the different compounds:
a. ClO3-
For Cl, Cl + (3 X -2) = -1 Therefore, Cl = +5
Highest oxidation state of Cl is +7 in ClO4-
- NO2-
For N, N + (2 X -2) = -1 Therefore, N = +3
Highest oxidation state of N is +5 in NO3-
- F2, has F as 0
- XeF6
F=-1
Therefore, Xe = +6. This is the highest oxidation state of Xe
Answer is (d) XeP6
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