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KCET · Chemistry · d and f Block Elements

Which of the following statement is wrong?

  1. A Metals in highest oxidation states are more stable in oxides than in fluorides.
  2. B All elements of \( 3 d \) series exhibit variable oxidation states.
  3. C In highest oxidation states, the transition metals show acidic character.
  4. D \( M n^{3+} \) and \( C o^{3+} \) are oxidizing agents in aqueous solution.
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(B) All elements of \( 3 d \) series exhibit variable oxidation states.

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(B)
Zn doesn't exhibit variable oxidation states.