-3, +3, +5 are most common
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The oxidation number for group 15 elements (nitrogen family) is typically -3 when they gain electrons to form compounds. However, the oxidation number can vary depending on the specific element and compound.
Group 15 elements, also known as the nitrogen group, typically have an oxidation number of -3 when they form ions. This group includes elements such as nitrogen, phosphorus, arsenic, antimony, and bismuth.
The oxidation number for the element in group 15 (nitrogen group) is usually -3, as these elements tend to gain 3 electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration.
Group 1 elements have an oxidation number of +1, group 2 elements have an oxidation number of +2, group 17 elements have an oxidation number of -1, and group 18 elements (noble gases) have zero oxidation number since they are chemically unreactive.
Group 1 elements have an oxidation number of +1.
Group 1A metals have an oxidation number of +1, group 2A metals have an oxidation number of +2, and group 3A metals have an oxidation number of +3.