Which substance below would contain a nitrogen atom with the highest oxidation number of all those shown?

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The nitrogen atom in NO₃ has the highest possible oxidation number of +5, because it is surrounded by four oxygen atoms, each with an oxidation state of -2, and one sulfur atom with an oxidation state of +6. This gives the nitrogen atom a total oxidation state of +5. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer.

Which Substance Below Would Contain a Nitrogen Atom with the Highest