Medium MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2025

Which of the following ions is the strongest oxidizing agent? (Atomic Number of $\mathrm{Ce}=58, \mathrm{Eu}=63, \mathrm{~Tb}=65, \mathrm{Lu}=71$)

  1. A $\mathrm{Lu}^{3+}$
  2. B $\mathrm{Eu}^{2+}$
  3. C $\mathrm{Tb}^{4+}$ Correct answer
  4. D $\mathrm{Ce}^{3+}$

Solution

<p>$\mathrm{Tb}^{4+}$ is strongest oxidising agent</p>

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: d and f Block Elements · Topic: Properties of Transition Metals

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