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Standard XII
Chemistry
Variable Oxidation States
Which is the ...
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Which is the most common oxidation state of lanthanides and actinide series?
A
+3 and +4
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B
+2 and +3
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C
+3 only
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D
+2 only
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Solution
The correct option is
C
+3 only
+3 is the most common oxidation state shown by lanthanides and actinides.
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