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What is the oxidation state of sulfur in \( \text{H}_2\text{SO}_4 \)?

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In compounds like \( \text{H}_2\text{SO}_4 \), balance the oxidation states of all atoms to find the oxidation state of the central atom.

Updated On: Nov 26, 2025

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