Chapter 4, Problem 10DQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The order of the molecules $\left({\text{HNO}}_3,{\text{NH}}_4\text{Cl,}{\text{N}}_2\text{O,}{\text{NO}}_2\text{,}{\text{NaNO}}_2\right)$ from lowest to highest oxidation state of nitrogen atom is to be stated.

Concept introduction: Oxidation number depicts the oxidation state of any element in its compound, or molecular form. This is based on the concept that in a covalent bond, more electronegative atom possesses the electron pair completely. The oxidation state calculations are helpful to keep record of electron shifts in chemical reactions.