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24 August, 17:12

Assign oxidation numbers to each element in MgSO4. (magnesium sulfate)

Which element has the highest oxidation state?

a. Mg

b. S

c. SO4

d. All the same.

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  1. 24 August, 17:14
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    The answer to your question is: letter b Sulphur

    Explanation:

    Remember that in neutral molecules the sum of the oxidation numbers equals zero.

    Mg⁺²S⁺⁶O⁻²₄

    Magnesium = + 2

    Sulphur = + 6

    Oxygen = - 2 x 4 = - 8
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