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What is the oxidation state of O in NO₂?
OA. +2
OB. -2
O C. O
OD. -4

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Answer:

Let it be x


{ \tt{ (oxidation \: state \: of \: nitrogen) + 2x = overall \: charge}} \\ { \tt{ - 4 - 2 x = 0}} \\ { \tt{2x = - 4}} \\ { \tt{x = - 2}}

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