JAMB Chemistry 2006 Question 46

Question 46

Redox Reactions

In which of the following is the oxidation number of sulphur equal to −2?

  1. A.SO3
  2. B.S8
  3. C.H2S
  4. D.SO2
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Answer: C (H2S)

Explanation

In H2S each H is +1, so S is −2. In SO3 it is +6, in SO2 +4 and in S8 0.