MCQ
The oxidation state of $C$ in diamond is:
  • $0$
  • B
    $+1$
  • C
    $−1$
  • D
    $+2$

Answer

Correct option: A.
$0$
Carbon in diamond is in elemental state, so the oxidation state of $C$ in diamond is zero.
The structure of diamond has been shown below:

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