The oxidation state of O in H₂O₂ (hydrogen peroxide) is
- A
−2 (as in water)
- B
+1
- C
0
- Dcheck_circle
−1 (peroxide)
Explanation
Peroxides have O-O single bond, with O in the -1 state. Each H is +1. 2(+1) + 2(−1) = 0 ✓.
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
AP Chemistry· difficulty 3/5
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