AIIMS2005Chemistry-Inorganic Chemistry
AIIMS 2005 Chemistry Oxidation States MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Among the following pairs of ions, the lower oxidation state in aqueous solution is more stable than the other, in
A
Tl³⁺, Tl⁺
B
Cu⁺, Cu²⁺
C
Cr²⁺, Cr³⁺
D
V²⁺, VO₂⁺
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Ti2+ ions are more stable than Ti3+ and thus, Ti3+ ions change to Ti2+ ions thereby acting as oxidising agents.
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