JEE Main 2013 — d and f Block Elements Question with Solution
JEE Main 2013 (09 Apr Online)
Question
The element with which of the following outer electron configuration may exhibit the largest number of oxidation states in its compounds :
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Correct answer
A
Step-by-step explanation
The element with outer electron configuration is which exhibits oxidation states from to .
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