JEE Main20236 Apr 2023Morning ShiftChemistryRedox ReactionsActual
Strong reducing and oxidizing agents among the following , respectively, are
Options
- ACe 3 + and Ce 4 +
- BCe 4 + and Tb 4 +
- CCe 4 + and Eu 2 +
- DEu 2 + and Ce 4 +
Correct answer
D. Eu 2 + and Ce 4 +
Step-by-step solution
E Ce 4 + / Ce 3 + = + 1 . 74   V Lanthanoids have + 3 oxidation state as stable oxidation state. Hence, in their + 4 oxidation state, they act as an oxidising agents and + 2 oxidation state, they act as reducing agents.