Q32 / 150 · MHT CET 2019 (Shift 1) · Chemistry

In which among the following compounds, oxidation number of nitrogen is +5?

  • A
    N2O
  • Correct answer
    B
    N2O3
  • C
    NO2
  • D
    HNO3

Solution

Oxidation number of nitrogen is + 5 in HNO3.
1+x+3-2=0
x-5=0
z=+5

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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