NTA Abhyas JEE Main2020ChemistryRedox ReactionsPractice
The combustion of sodium in excess air yields a higher oxide. What is the oxidation state of the oxygen in the product? Neglect the negative sign.
Correct answer
1
Step-by-step solution
Na + O 2 → Na 2 O , Na 2 O + 1 2 O 2 → Na 2 O 2 It exists as 2 Na + and O 2 2 − So oxidation state of O is − 1