What is the oxidation number of phosphorus in PCl₃?
Let P = x. Cl = -1. Equation: x + 3(-1) = 0, x - 3 = 0, x = +3.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 7: Redox Reactions > Topic: Classical and Electronic Concept of Redox and Oxidation Number
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Let P = x. Cl = -1. Equation: x + 3(-1) = 0, x - 3 = 0, x = +3.
Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 7: Redox Reactions > Topic: Classical and Electronic Concept of Redox and Oxidation Number
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