NEETChemistryd and f Block Elements
Why is the E ⊖ value for the Mn 3+ /Mn 2+ couple much more positive than that for Cr 3+ /Cr 2+ or Fe 3+ /Fe 2+ ?
Options
- ACr and Fe have a greater affinity for oxygen.
- Bdue to the much larger third ionization energy of Mn (where the required change is d 5 to d 4 )
- CMn forms stronger bonds with ligands than Cr and Fe.
- DMn has a higher ionization energy than Cr and Fe.
Correct answer
B. due to the much larger third ionization energy of Mn (where the required change is d 5 to d 4 )
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) due to the much larger third ionization energy of Mn (where the required change is d 5 to d 4 )