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Published on: August 12, 2026
The incorrect statement among the following is options 
.
A
shows lower proton affinity than 
. B
can act as an oxidizing agent, but not as a reducing agent. C
exists but 
does not. D
can dimerise easily.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
can acts as both oxidising agent as well reducing agents because due to intermediate oxidation state, it can oxidise and reduce as well.
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