Oxidation States Flashcards
1
Q
What are the oxidation states of free elements?
A
0
2
Q
What is the oxidation state of monoatomic ions?
A
The charge of the ion
eg Cl- is -1
3
Q
What is the oxidation state of fluorine in a compound?
A
-1
4
Q
What is the oxidation state of alkali metals and silver?
A
+1
5
Q
What is the oxidation state of alkaline earth metals?
A
+2
6
Q
What transition metals have a +2 oxidation state?
A
Zn, Cd
7
Q
What is the oxidation state of Al?
A
3+
8
Q
What is the oxidation state of H?
A
In compound w/ non-metals: +1
In compounds w/ metals: -1
9
Q
What is the oxidation state of O?
A
-2
10
Q
What is the oxidation state of halogens?
A
-1
