Question on: SS2 Chemistry - Electrochemistry
What is the oxidation state of hydrogen in most compounds?
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A
+1
B
-1
C
0
D
0.11
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In most compounds, hydrogen (H) has an oxidation state of +1. However, hydrogen can also have an oxidation state of -1 when it forms a hydride ion (H-) in compounds with highly electropositive elements.
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