Manipal MET2017ChemistryRedox Reactions
The oxidation number of N and Cl in NOClO ₄ respectively are
Options
- A+2 and +7
- B+3 and +7
- C-3 and +5
- D+2 and -7
Correct answer
B. +3 and +7
Step-by-step solution
NOClO ₄ ( NO ⁺ ) ( ClO ₄ ⁻ ) Let the O.N. of N in NO ⁺ is x . aligned x+(-2) & =+1 x & =3 aligned Let O . N . of Cl in ClO ₄ ⁻ is y . aligned y+4(-2) & =-1 y-8 & =-1 y & =+7 aligned