Question

Suppose a metal (M) that is capable of forming +1, +2, and +3 oxidation states is heated and reacted with excess dioxygen gas. What is the mostlikely result?
A) The metal will be oxidized to the +1 oxidation state and form a superoxide compound having the formula MO2.
B) The metal will be oxidized to the +1 oxidation state and form a peroxide compound having the formula M2O2.
C) The metal will be oxidized to the +2 oxidation state and form a compound having the formula MO.
D) The metal will be oxidized to the +1 oxidation state and form a compound having the formula M2O.
E) The metal will be oxidized to the +3 oxidation state and form a compound having the formula M2O3.

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