Question

Oxidation state of oxygen in $F_{2}O$ is

• A. + 1
• B. - 1
• C. + 2
• D. - 2

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Let the oxidation state of oxygen in $F_{2}O$ is $x$.
$F_{2}O$
$2(-1)+x=0(\because F$ is more electronegative)
$-2+x=0$
$x=+2$