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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