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Compare the oxidation states of the first series of the transition metals with those of the second and third series metals
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  • A The first series of transition metals generally exhibit higher oxidation states than the second and third series metals.
  • B The oxidation states of all three series of transition metals are identical.
  • C +2 and +3 oxidation states are more common for elements in the first transition series, while higher oxidation states are more common for the heavier elements
  • D The third series of transition metals generally exhibit lower oxidation states than the first and second series metals.
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The correct answer is: +2 and +3 oxidation states are more common for elements in the first transition series, while higher oxidation states are more common for the heavier elements
Correct Option is : (C)
+2 and +3 oxidation states are more common for elements in the first transition series, while higher oxidation states are more common for the heavier elements

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