NTA Abhyas NEET2020Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)Practice
What is the oxidation state of chlorine in perchloric acid.
Options
- A+ 5
- B- 1
- C- 7
- D+ 7
Correct answer
D. + 7
Step-by-step solution
H C * l O 4 ; 1 + x - 2 × 4 = 0 ; 1 + x - 8 = 0 x = 8 - 1 = + 7 oxidation state.