Question

Multiple Choice what are the oxidation numbers for each atom in the compound AlN?
A.Al is +1; N is –1.
B.Al is +1; N is –3.
C.Al is +3; N is –1.
D.Al is +3; N is –3.

Answer 1

which one do u think would be right ?

Answer 2

c

Answer 3

nope then AlN wont be neutral right

Answer 4

adding the oxidation no of respective element should lead to zero :) bcoz AlN is neutral now can u try?

Answer 5

would it be D because it would be =3 and -3?

Answer 6

bingoooo

Answer 7

Thanks!

Answer 8

welcome :)