JEE Main 2026 Chemistry question

ChemistryThe d and f-Block ElementsJEE Main 2026

Consider |x| is the difference in oxidation states of Mn in highest manganese fluoride and highest manganese oxide. The ions with |x| number of unpaired electrons from the following are: A. Sc³⁺ B. Zn²⁺ C. V²⁺ D. Fe²⁺ E. Co²⁺ Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Answer: (C)

Solution

Highest Mn fluoride is MnF₄ (+4); highest oxide is Mn₂O₇ (+7); |x|=3. Sc³⁺(d⁰,0), Zn²⁺(d¹⁰,0),

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