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To determine the oxidation states of each element in N2O6, we follow a set of rules and use simple math.

First, since N2O6 is a neutral molecule (it has no overall charge like NO3- or H3O+), the total of the oxidation numbers must add up to zero.

We assign oxidation numbers to elements based on known rules and then solve for the unknown oxidation number.

General Rules for Oxidation Numbers:
Free elements have an oxidation state of zero (e.g., Na, Fe, H2, O2, S8).
In an ion, all oxidation numbers must add up to the charge on the ion.
In a neutral compound, all oxidation numbers must add up to zero.
Group 1 elements = +1
Group 2 elements = +2
Hydrogen with nonmetals = +1
Hydrogen with metals (or boron) = -1
Fluorine = -1
Oxygen = -2 (except in H2O2 or when bonded to fluorine)
Group 17 (Halogens) = -1 (except with oxygen or other halogens lower in the group)