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Chemistry D and F - Block Elements General Properties of the Transition Elements Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

Why is oxygen superior to fluorine in stabilizing high oxidation states of transition metals?

A
Because oxygen is less electronegative than fluorine
and
B
Because of larger size of oxygen as compared to fluorine
C
Because of the ability of oxygen to form multiple bonds to metals
D
Both

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The correct answer is:
C

Oxygen has 2 valence unpaired electrons and forms bonds with metals. Therefore it shows high oxidation state than flourine which can only form single bonds/ionic bonds.

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