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Which of the following shows maximum number of oxidation states?
- Cr
- Fe
- Mn
- V
Answer
(3) Mn
Solution
∵ As per NCERT, the elements in the middle of the 3d series show the greatest number of oxidation states, manganese showing all states from +2 to +7.
Mn (3d5 4s2): +2, +3, +4, +5, +6, +7
Cr: +2 to +6; Fe: +2 to +6; V: +2 to +5
∴ Mn shows the maximum number of oxidation states.
Answer: (3)
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