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### Question 4 of 7:

**The oxidation number of Cl in HClO₄ is**

This section presents the fourth question in a series focused on determining oxidation numbers within chemical compounds. The task is to identify the oxidation number of chlorine (Cl) in the compound perchloric acid (HClO₄).

#### Explanation:

In perchloric acid (HClO₄), you need to consider the standard oxidation states of hydrogen and oxygen to determine the oxidation state of chlorine:

- Hydrogen (H) typically has an oxidation state of +1.
- Oxygen (O) typically has an oxidation state of -2. Since there are four oxygen atoms, their total contribution is -8.

To maintain neutrality in the molecule, the sum of oxidation numbers must be zero. Therefore, the equation for the oxidation states becomes:

\[ (+1) + x + 4(-2) = 0 \]

Solving for \( x \) gives the oxidation number of chlorine.

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Transcribed Image Text:### Question 4 of 7: **The oxidation number of Cl in HClO₄ is** This section presents the fourth question in a series focused on determining oxidation numbers within chemical compounds. The task is to identify the oxidation number of chlorine (Cl) in the compound perchloric acid (HClO₄). #### Explanation: In perchloric acid (HClO₄), you need to consider the standard oxidation states of hydrogen and oxygen to determine the oxidation state of chlorine: - Hydrogen (H) typically has an oxidation state of +1. - Oxygen (O) typically has an oxidation state of -2. Since there are four oxygen atoms, their total contribution is -8. To maintain neutrality in the molecule, the sum of oxidation numbers must be zero. Therefore, the equation for the oxidation states becomes: \[ (+1) + x + 4(-2) = 0 \] Solving for \( x \) gives the oxidation number of chlorine. #### Interactive Component: The interface consists of a numerical input keypad and options to clear or adjust entries. This allows users to input their answer through direct interaction and submit their response. Further resources can be accessed at the bottom of the interface for additional study material and support.
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oxidation number is an number assigned to an element in chemical combination which represents the number of electrons lost or gained if number is negative by an atom of that element in the compound

H is in +1oxidation number

O is -2 oxidation number 

 

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