What is the oxidation number of nitrogen in AI(NO3)3?

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Chemistry - 2001 (Objective) Subject: Chemistry

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What is the oxidation number of nitrogen in AI(NO3)3?
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In AI(NO3)3, the compound has a total charge of 0 because aluminum has a charge of +3 and nitrate (NO3) has a charge of -1. Since there are three nitrate ions, their total charge is -3. Therefore, the oxidation number of nitrogen can be calculated as follows: AI(NO3)3 Aluminum = +3 Oxygen (O) in NO3 = -2 Nitrogen (N) in NO3 = x The sum of the oxidation numbers must equal the charge of the compound (0). +3 + 3(-2) + 3x = 0 -6 + 3x = 0 3x = 6 x = +2 Therefore, the oxidation number of nitrogen (N) in AI(NO3)3 is +5.
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