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The oxidation state of sodium in sodium amalgam is:

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Solution

The correct option is C 0
In sodium amalgam, sodium is present in the form of sodium atoms. Hence its oxidation state is zero.

Sodium amalgam is an alloy of Na and Hg. It is a mixture, so sodium is in metallic state.

Hence, its oxidation state is zero.

Option C is correct.

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