4.9: Oxidation State Rules
Oxidation states are assigned to each atom in an elemental, molecular, or ionic compound
Oxidation states are assigned to each atom in an elemental, molecular, or ionic compound
| Substance | Oxidation State |
|---|---|
| Element | 0 |
| Monatomic ion | * same as charge in periodic table |
| Fluorine | -1 (compounds only) |
| Oxygen | -2 (compounds except peroxide) |
| Peroxide | O_2^2- = 1- |
| Hydrogen | +1 |