what is the oxidation state of cr in Na2CrO4 so since the overall oxidation state is 0. 2(+1) + X + -8 2 + X -8 2 - 8 = -6 so isnt the answer -6? but the ms says its +6, how do you get +6
what is the oxidation state of cr in Na2CrO4 so since the overall oxidation state is 0. 2(+1) + X + -8 2 + X -8 2 - 8 = -6 so isnt the answer -6? but the ms says its +6, how do you get +6
You're close, but remember it has to total 0. So 2-8+X = 0 X=8-2 X=+6