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.
