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Which element exhibits the greatest number of oxidation states in its compounds ?

A
Ca
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V
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C
Cu
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D
Na
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Solution

The correct option is C V
Ca shows +1 and +2 oxidation state

V shows +1,+2,+3,+4 and +5 oxidation state

Cu shows +1,+2,+3 and +4 oxidation state

Na shows +1 oxidation state

Hence, the correct option is B

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