Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
Which of the following statements about the oxidation states and behavior of lanthanoids is correct?
A
Tb IV acts as an oxidant due to its half-filled f-orbitals.
B
Samarium only exhibits the +3 oxidation state.
C
All lanthanoids are strong reductants in their +2 oxidation state.
D
Samarium's behavior is significantly different from that of europium.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Tb IV has half-filled f-orbitals, making it an oxidant, while samarium exhibits both +2 and +3 oxidation states, similar to europium. Thus, option A is correct.
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