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What is the oxidation number for each atom in calcium perchlorate,
Ca(CIO4)2 ?

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Answer: Oxidation number of Cl in CA clo4

Step-by-step explanation:

As there are four oxygen atoms, the net oxidation state is (-2) x 4 = (-8). Therefore chlorine (Cl) has an oxidation state of (-1) - (-8) = (+7).

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