The algebraic sum of the oxidation numbers of a compound is?

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The algebraic sum of the oxidation numbers of a compound is?

2007-04-24 20:46:22 · 2 answers · asked by randy_nephro 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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In a compound, the oxidation numbers will ALWAYS add up to zero. Oxidation numbers always add up to the total net charge of a chemical species. Since compounds are electrically neutral (no charge), the oxidation numbers in the compound have to add up to zero.

2007-04-25 02:17:39 · answer #1 · answered by ihatedecaf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Generally 0.

2007-04-24 20:56:36 · answer #2 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋