Q.
Which of the following shows maximum number of oxidation states :-
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AIPMTAIPMT 2002The d-and f-Block Elements
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Solution:
Each of the element in group IIIB to VIIB can show the maximum oxidation state equal to its group number. Mn shows maximum number of oxidation states on the basis of following electronic configuration 25Mn=1s2,2s22p6,3s23d5,4s2(+7)