JEE Main 2020 — D And F Block Elements Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2020 (Online) 6th September Morning Slot
Question
The lanthanoid that does NOT show +4 oxidation
state is :
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Show full solutionCorrect option: D
Correct answer
DEu
Step-by-step explanation
Europium (Eu)
Atomic No = 63
Electronic configuration = [Xe]4f76s2
Can show only + 2 and + 3 oxidation state.
Atomic No = 63
Electronic configuration = [Xe]4f76s2
Can show only + 2 and + 3 oxidation state.
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