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Standard XII
Chemistry
Introduction to p Block Elements
Maximum oxida...
Question
Maximum oxidation state of Os is :
A
+
6
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B
+
7
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C
+
8
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D
+
5
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Solution
The correct option is
C
+
8
O
s
−
[
X
e
]
4
f
14
5
d
6
6
s
2
Maximum oxidation state of Os is +8.
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