JEE Chemistry · Medium

Redox Reactions: Mixed MCQ

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MixedMediumQuestion 700016

Question

The oxidation state of O in OF₂ is:
  1. A
    +2
    Correct
  2. B
    −2
  3. C
    0
  4. D
    −1

Correct answer

+2

Explanation

F is more electronegative than O. F takes −1, and with 2 F atoms: x + 2(−1) = 0 → x = +2. In OF₂, oxygen has +2 oxidation state — one of the rare cases where O is positive.