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  4. Dichromate [Cr(VI) ] is a strong oxidizing agent whereas Mo(VI) and W(VI) are found to be not. This is due to

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Q. Dichromate $[Cr$(VI) ] is a strong oxidizing agent whereas $Mo$(VI) and $W$(VI) are found to be not. This is due to

The d-and f-Block Elements

Solution:

Down the group metallic character increases hence tendency to loose electron increases.