Which among following compounds of chlorine possesses $\mathrm{Cl}$ atom in highest oxidation state?

Which among following compounds of chlorine possesses $\mathrm{Cl}$ atom in highest oxidation state?
  1. Chlorous acid
  2. Chloric acid
  3. Perchloric acid
  4. Hypochlorous acid

Solution

Perchloric acid $\mathrm{HClO}_4$ oxidation state $=+7$

Asked in: MHT CET 2021 (24 Sep Shift 2)

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