Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following statements about the oxidation states and behavior of lanthanoids is correct?
A
Tb IV has half-filled f-orbitals and acts as an oxidant.
B
Samarium exhibits only the +3 oxidation state.
C
f 14 configuration is a strong oxidant.
D
Samarium behaves unlike europium in oxidation states.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Tb IV has half-filled f-orbitals, which allows it to act as an oxidant, while the f 14 configuration is noted as a reductant. Samarium shows behavior similar to europium by exhibiting both +2 and +3 oxidation states.
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