JEE Main2008Chemistryd and f Block ElementsActual
Larger number of oxidation states are exhibited by the actinoids than those by the lanthanoids, the main reason being
Options
- A4 f orbitals more diffused than the 5 f orbitals
- Blesser energy difference between 5 f and 6 d than between 4 f and 5 d orbitals
- Cmore energy difference between 5 f and 6 d than between 4 f and 5 d orbitals
- Dmore reactive nature of the actinoids than the lanthanoids
Correct answer
B. lesser energy difference between 5 f and 6 d than between 4 f and 5 d orbitals
Step-by-step solution
Being lesser energy difference between 5 f and 6 d than 4 f and 5 d orbitals.