D-And F-Block Elements Ques 506

Question: Which one of the following elements shows maximum number of different oxidation states in its compounds-

Options:

A) Eu

B) La

C) Gd

D) Am

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

We know that lanthanides La, Gd shows +3, oxidation state, while Eu shows! oxidation state of+2 and + 3.

Am shows +3, +4, +5 and +6 oxidation states.

Therefore Americium (Am) has maximum number of oxidation states.



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