The element which shows only one oxidation state other than its elemental form is :
- (A)Cobalt
- (B)Scandium✓ Correct
- (C)Titanium
- (D)Nickel
Answer: (B)
Solution
Cobalt, titanium and nickel each show several oxidation states (+2, +3, +4). Scandium, with configuration , loses all three valence electrons and shows only the stable +3 state (besides 0). Option B.
JEE Main · 2024 · 04 Apr 2024 · Shift 1 · Single correct option