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Ananya Shree

Class 11th
Chemistry
2 years ago

What are the minimum and maximum oxidation numbers shown by sulfur?

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Muskan Anand

2 years ago

The minimum oxidation number shown by S is – 2 since it can acquire 2 more electrons to achieve the nearest inert gas [Ar] configuration. The maximum Ox. No. shown by S is +6 since it has 6 valance electrons. (3S2 3P4)

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