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What is the formula
Lead (II) Oxide ​

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Answer:

The formula for Lead(ll) Oxide is PbO.

Step-by-step explanation:

The symbol for Lead is Pb.

The symbol for Oxygen is O.

Given,Oxidation state of Pb = +2

We know,

Oxidation state of Oxygen in all Oxides is the same and is equal to -2,

Let the no. of Pb atoms in the oxide = x;

no.of Oxygen atoms = y;

Concept:

Sum of oxidation states of all atoms in any compound is equal to zero.

Applying concept,we get,

x(+2) + y(-2) = 0

x(+2) = y(+2)

Therefore, x = y

and, x : y = 1:1 ;

Therefore the empirical and the correct formula of the oxide is
Pb_(1)O_(1),which is
PbO.

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