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$X+Y \rightarrow$ oleum
The sum of oxidation states of central atom in $\mathrm{X}$ and $Y$ is
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)AP EAMCETAP EAMCET 2023 (16 May Shift 1)
Options:
  • A 12
  • B 10
  • C 06
  • D 08
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 12
$\mathrm{H}_2 \stackrel{+6}{\mathrm{~S}} \mathrm{O}_4+\stackrel{+6}{\mathrm{~S}} \mathrm{O}_3 \rightarrow \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{~S}_2 \mathrm{O}_7$ (oleum)
$\Rightarrow$ Sum of oxidation states $=6+6=12$

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