The correct statements for dithionite and dithionate anions from the following are(A) both have S-S bond(B) both are dianionic(C) oxidation state of sulphur is +3 and +5, respectively(D) sulphur in dithionate has lone pair of electrons
(a)A, B and C
(b)A, B and D
(c)B, C and D
(d)A and B only
Answer
Answer: A ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence high
Explanation
Dithionite [O₂S–SO₂]²⁻ (S +3) and dithionate [O₃S–SO₃]²⁻ (S +5) both have an S–S bond and a 2− charge. S in dithionate carries no lone pair. A, B and C (a).