NEET Chemistry · Medium

The d- and f-Block Elements: Oxidation state MCQ

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Oxidation stateMediumQuestion 46004

Question

Variable oxidation state in transition elements is due to similar energies of:

  1. A
    ns and (n-1)d electrons
    Correct
  2. B
    1s and 2p electrons
  3. C
    f and g orbitals
  4. D
    only p electrons

Correct answer

ns and (n-1)d electrons

Explanation

Both sets may participate in bonding.