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The oxidation number of $A s$ is
ChemistryRedox ReactionsJEE Main
Options:
  • A +2 and +3
  • B +3 and +5
  • C +3 and +4
  • D None of these
Solution:
2198 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: +3 and +5
Arsenic $[A s]$ belongs to group 15 of the periodic
table, hence can exhibit both +3 and +5 oxidation states.

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