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QJEEM22Ch70ba: JEE Main 2022 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM22Ch70ba Solution: The most common oxidation state of Lanthanoid elements is +3.…
The most common oxidation state of Lanthanoid elements is +3. Which of the following is likely to deviate easily from +3 oxidation state?
Multiple Choice Options
- A Ce (At. No. 58)
- B La (At. No. 57)
- C Lu (At. No. 71)
- D Gd (At. No. 64)
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Ce → [Xe]4f1 5d1 6s2
Ce+4 → [xe] 4f° 5d° 6s°
Cerium in +4 oxidation state acquires inert gas configuration.
Ce+4 → [xe] 4f° 5d° 6s°
Cerium in +4 oxidation state acquires inert gas configuration.