MHT CET2018Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
In which substance does nitrogen exhibit the lowest oxidation state?
Options
- ANitrogen gas
- BAmmonia
- CNitrous oxide
- DNitric oxide
Correct answer
B. Ammonia
Step-by-step solution
Nitrous oxide N 2 O N 2 ⇒ 2 x = 0 x = 0 N H 3 = x + 3 ( + 1 ) = 0 x = − 3 N 2 O ⇒ 2 x + 1 ( − 2 ) = 0 x = + 1 N O ⇒ x + 1 ( − 2 ) = 0 x = + 2