Does the algebraic sum of all the oxidation numbers have to add up to the total charge of the compound or ion?

Asked by arwen46 on 03 Nov 06:06

Last updated by Jill W on 01 Jun 13:30

Answered by Jill W on 01 Jun 13:30

Yes, the algebraic sum of all the oxidation numbers have to add up to the total charge of the compound or ion.