Chapter 20, Problem 27E

a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The name of ${\text{MoS}}_{\text{2}}$ and ${\text{MoO}}_{\text{3}}$ is to be stated.

To determine: The name of each compound ${\text{MoS}}_{\text{2}}$ and ${\text{MoO}}_{\text{3}}$.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The oxidation state of $\text{Mo}$ in each ${\text{MoS}}_{\text{2}}$ and ${\text{MoO}}_{\text{3}}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction: Oxidation state is a number that is assigned to each element in a compound. This number describes the ability to lose or gain electrons.

To determine: The oxidation state of $\text{Mo}$ in each ${\text{MoS}}_{\text{2}}$ and ${\text{MoO}}_{\text{3}}$.