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NDA 1 2024 GAT, question 67

Topic: Chemistry

Q67

What is the oxidation state of Vanadium in V2O5V_{2}O_{5} ?

  1. (a) +2+2
  2. (b) +4+4
  3. (c) +3+3
  4. (d) +5+5Correct answer

Solution.

Answer: (d) +5+5

  1. Let the oxidation state of vanadium be x.
  2. Neutral V₂O₅ gives 2x + 5(−2) = 0, so x = +5.