Oxidation Numbers

Front

What is the oxidation number of Lithium (Li)?

Back

1+, +1

Front

What is the oxidation number of Magnesium (Mg)?

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2+, +2

Front

What is the oxidation number of Sulfur (S)?

Back

2-, -2

Front

Which element is Sodium (Na) more likely to bond with?

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Bromine (Br)

Front

Which element is Hydrogen (H) more likely to bond with?

Back

Fluorine (F)

Front

What is the general rule for determining oxidation numbers in compounds?

Back

The sum of the oxidation numbers in a neutral compound is zero.

Front

What oxidation number does Oxygen typically have in compounds?

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-2, except in peroxides where it is -1.

Front

What is the oxidation number of an element in its elemental form?

Back

0.

Front

What is the oxidation number of Alkali metals in compounds?

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+1.

Front

What is the oxidation number of Alkaline earth metals in compounds?

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+2.