JAMB - Chemistry (2006 - No. 40)

In which of the following is the oxidation number of sulphur equal to - 2?
SO3
S8
H2S
SO2

Explanation

H\(_2\)S = 0

Bearing in mind that the oxidation state of H = + 1

H\(_2\) + S = 0

2(+1) + S = 0

+ 2 + S = 0

S = 0 - 2

S = - 2

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