Practice question
Question
What is the oxidation state of manganese in [Mn(CN)6]4−?
Explanation
In [Mn(CN)6]4−, each CN− is −1, totaling −6 for 6 ligands. The overall charge is −4. Thus, x + (−6) = −4, so x = +2.
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