QJEEM23Ch1207: JEE Main 2023 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM23Ch1207 Solution: Which one amongst the following are good oxidizing agents? A.…

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Which one amongst the following are good oxidizing agents?

A. Sm $^{2+}$

B. Ce $^{2+}$

C. Ce $^{4+}$

D. Tb $^{4+}$

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

Accepted Answer

The most appropriate answer is

C

and

D

only.

Ce^{4+}

and

Tb^{4+}

are good oxidizing agents because they have a high oxidation state and a strong tendency to gain electrons.

Sm^{2+}

and

Ce^{2+}

are reducing agents because they have a low oxidation state and a tendency to lose electrons.

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