Consider the following molecules: Br _3 O _8, F _2 O , H _2 S _4 O _6, H _2 S _5 O _6, and C _3 O _2. Count the number of atoms existing in their zero oxidation state in each molecule. Their sum is _____.

JEE Advanced 2023 Chemistry question

Consider the following molecules: , , , , and . Count the number of atoms existing in their zero oxidation state in each molecule. Their sum is .

Answer: 6

(): Br at +6, +4, +6 – none at zero. : O +2, F −1 – none. (tetrathionic acid):

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