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JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 12 - 4. d and f- block elements

Given below are two statements: Statement \((I)\) : In the Lanthanoids, the formation of \(\mathrm{Ce}^{+4}\) is favoured by its noble gas configuration. Statement \((II)\) : \(\mathrm{Ce}^{+4}\) is a strong oxidant reverting to the common \(+3\) state. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. A Statement \(I\) is false but Statement \(II\) is true
  2. B Both Statement \(I\) and Statement \(II\) are true
  3. C Statement \(I\) is true but Statement \(II\) is false
  4. D Both Statement \(I\) and Statement \(II\) are false
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(B) Both Statement \(I\) and Statement \(II\) are true

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Statement \((1)\) is true, \(\mathrm{Ce}^{+4}\) has noble gas electronic configuration. Statement \((2)\) is also true due to high reduction potential for \(\mathrm{Ce}^{4+} / \mathrm{Ce}^{3+}(+1.74 \mathrm{~V})\), and stability of \(\mathrm{Ce}^{3+}, \mathrm{Ce}^{4+}\) acts as…
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