Question

$I$. The oxidation state of carbon in the compounds ${CH}_4,C_2{H}_6$ and $C_2{H}_2$ is $+4$.
$II$. Carbon has four valence electrons.

• A. Statement $I$ is true, Statement $II$ is true
• B. Statement $I$ is true, Statement $II$ is false
• C. Statement $I$ is false, Statement $II$ is true
• D. Statement $I$ is false, Statement $II$ is false

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Statement $I$ is false, Statement $II$ is true

$I.$ For covalent compounds, there is no oxidation state.

$II.$ Carbon has $4$ valence electrons. see the figure.