Question

What is the common oxidation state for Sulfur?

Answer 1

Oxidation state

• The total number of electrons that an atom gains or loses in order to form a chemical bond with another atom is known as the oxidation number, also known as the oxidation state.

Common oxidation state for sulfur

• The oxidation state shown by sulfur are $-2,2,4,6$.
• The common oxidation state for sulfur is $+4$, and $+6$.