Definition Of Oxidation Number
Which of the following best defines an oxidation number?
A
A number assigned to an atom in a molecule to represent the exact distribution of protons.
B
A number assigned to an atom in a molecule to represent the exact distribution of electrons.
C
A number assigned to an atom in a molecule to represent the general distribution of electrons.
D
A number assigned to an atom in a molecule to represent the general distribution of protons.