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CUET · CHEMISTRY · PYQ PAPER 2023

Which transition metal ion is most stable against oxidation to its \(+3\) state?

  1. A \(Mn^{2+}\)
  2. B \(Fe^{2+}\)
  3. C \(Cr^{2+}\)
  4. D Fe
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(A) \(Mn^{2+}\)

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The \(Mn^{2+}\) ion has a \(3d^5\) electron configuration (half-filled d-orbital), which is very stable. Oxidation to \(Mn^{3+}\) (\(3d^4\)) would involve losing this stability. \(Mn^{2+}\)
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