What is the oxidation state of sulphur in ${N a}_{2} S_{2} O_{3}$ ?

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Solution

The correct option is A 2
The oxidation state of sulphur in ${N a}_{2} S_{2} O_{3}$ is +2.
Let, $X$ be the oxidation state of sulphur.
$2 (+ 1) + 2 (X) + 3 (- 2) = 0 2 + 2 X - 6 = 0 2 X = 4 X = + 2$

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