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Chapter 17, Problem 1KT
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The key term corresponding to the definition “a value assigned to an atom in a substance that indicates whether the atom is electron-poor or electron-rich compared to the free atom” is to be stated.
Concept introduction:
Oxidation number indicates the number of electrons lost or gained by an atom in the compound. The oxidation number can be negative or positive or zero. It is also known as oxidation state. It is assigned to the elements in the chemical formula.
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