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The d-and f-Block Elements
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13/03/2022 9:32 pm
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Which of the 3d series of the transition metals exhibits the largest number of oxidation states and why?
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13/03/2022 9:34 pm
Mn (Z = 25) = 3d54s2
Mn has the maximum number of unpaired electrons present in the d-subshell (5 electrons). Hence, Mn exhibits the largest number of oxidation states, ranging from +2 to +7.