Chemistry: Principles and Practice (3rd Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 0534420125
ISBN 13: 978-0-53442-012-3

Chapter 3 - Equations, the Mole, and Chemical Formulas - Questions and Exercises - Exercises - Page 132: 3.44

Answer

Na is a metal, and its ion has an oxidation state of +1. Net oxidation state of a compound is 0. Since there are two ions of Na in this compound, the oxidation state of O will be -1. (+2-2 = 0)

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Na is a metal, and its ion has an oxidation state of +1. Net oxidation state of a compound is 0. Since there are two ions of Na in this compound, the oxidation state of O will be -1. (+2-2 = 0)
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