Q. The oxidation state of I in ${IPO}_{4}$ is
A) +1
B) +3
C) +5
D) +7
Explanation
(b)
Let oxidation state of I in ${IPO}_{4} = 'x^{'}.$
$x + ( - 3) = 0$
(${PO}_{4}^{3 - \ }ion\ has\ charge\ equal\ to - 3)$
$x = + 3$
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
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