The oxidation number of Fe in [Fe(CN)\(_6\)]\(^{3-}\) is
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Let the oxidation number of Fe in the compound [Fe(CN)\(_6\)]\(^{3-}\) be x.
x + 6(-1) = -3
x - 6 = -3;
x = -3 + 6
x = +3
Let the oxidation number of Fe in the compound [Fe(CN)\(_6\)]\(^{3-}\) be x.
x + 6(-1) = -3
x - 6 = -3;
x = -3 + 6
x = +3