Question
Among Group 16 elements, which one does NOT show -2 oxidation state?
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Chemistry
p Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
2024
NEET 2024
NEET Chemistry Question (2024) — Solution
Options
- A. Se
- B. Te
- C. Po
- D. O
Answer
C. Po
Step-by-step solution
Oxygen shows -2,-1,+1 and +2 oxidation states Selenium shows -2,+2,+4 and +6 oxidation states Tellurium shows -2,+2,+4 and +6 oxidation states Polonium shows +2 and +4 oxidation states
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