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A transition metal exists in its highest oxidation state. It is expected to behave as
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Options:
  • A a central metal in a coordination compound
  • B an oxidising agent
  • C a reducing agent
  • D a chelating agent
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The correct answer is: an oxidising agent
In highest oxidation state of transition metals can undergo reduction and thus act as the oxidising agent.

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