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Published on: August 13, 2026
The reason for greater range of oxidation states in actinoids is attributed to
A
actinoid contraction
B
and 
levels having comparable energies
C
and 
levels being close in energies
D
the radioactive nature of actinoids
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Actinoids have a greater range of oxidation states due to comparable energies of 
and 
orbitals. Hence, all their electrons can take part in bond formation.
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