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What is the oxidation state for the oxygen atom in na 2 ​ o 2 ​ ?

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Na_(2)O_(2) Na in compounds has oxidation number +1 only. So, Na_(2)^(+1)O_(2)^(x) 2*(+1)+2x=0, x=-1. Oxidation number oxygen in Na_(2)O_(2) is - 1.
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