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What are oxidation states, and why are they important in redox reactions?

Sumit Saini 7th Apr, 2022

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Sumit Saini 7th Apr, 2022

Oxidation states indicate the degree of oxidation of an atom in a compound. They help chemists keep track of electron transfer in reactions.

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