MHT CET · Chemistry · d and f Block Elements
Which of the following elements exhibits oxidation states other than \(+3 ?\)
- A Ce
- B Gd
- C Lu
- D La
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(A) Ce
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\(\mathrm{Ce} \longrightarrow[\mathrm{Xe}] 4 \mathrm{f}^{2} 5 \mathrm{~d}^{0} 6 \mathrm{~s}^{2}\)
Ce exhibits \(+4\) oxidation state.
Ce exhibits \(+4\) oxidation state.
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