What is the oxidation state of the fictional metal (M) in the compound, K[M(en)2(Cl)2]? a) +2 b) +3 c) +1 d) +6 e) none of the other answer options are correct.

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What is the oxidation state of the fictional metal (M) in the compound, K[M(en)2(Cl)2]?

a) +2

b) +3

c) +1

d) +6

e) none of the other answer options are correct. 

 

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