Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

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Chapter 22 - Sections 22.1-22.9 - Exercises - Problems by Topic - Page 1069: 18c

Answer

Oxidation state of Si is +4.

Work Step by Step

$Si_{2}O_{5}^{2-}$ is -2 in charge, and oxygen ion is -2 in charge. Net negative charge due to oxygen ions = -10 To balance the charges, two atoms of Si contribute total +8 charge. So, oxidation state of Si is +4.
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