NEET 2000 Chemistry question

Which of the following element exhibit maximum oxidation state :

(1)Cr
(2)MnCorrect
(3)Fe
(4)V

Answer: (2)

Solution

Among 3d elements the highest oxidation state increases up to Mn: Sc +3, Ti +4, V +5, Cr +6, Mn +7, after which it falls (Fe +6, rare). Manganese shows all oxidation states from +2 to +7 (e.g. ,

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