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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following oxidation state is common for all lanthanoids?
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Lanthanoids show common oxidation state of +3 . Some of which also show +2 and +4 stable
oxidation state along with +3 oxidation state. These are shown by those elements which by losing 2 or 4 electrons acquire a stable configuration of 
or 
. e.g.,
is 
is 
is 
and 
is 
.
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