Which statement is false concerning oxidation numbers?
A) An element's oxidation number is constant and unchanging.
B) Atoms of free elements have an oxidation number of zero.
C) An atom's oxidation state signifies the number of charges for that atom in a molecule.
D) Oxidation numbers allow easy identification of which atoms gained or lost electrons.

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An element's oxidation number can change depending on the chemical reaction it undergoes, such as when it gains or loses electrons.

Which Statement Is False Concerning Oxidation Numbers