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In which of the following molecule nitrogen has highest oxidation state ? 

Option: 1

NH_3


Option: 2

(CH_3)_3 N


Option: 3

NH_2 OH


Option: 4

NH_4Cl


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Valency of P block element -

They have variable valencies and oxidation states e.g. +3  and  +5.

NH_2 OH   , N- has -1 oxidation state 

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In  NH_3  , (CH_3)_3 N , NH_4Cl  N has -3 oxidation state.

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