Which of the Following Ions Is Least Likely to Form

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ions is least likely to form colored compounds?

• A)Mn ²⁺
• B)Cr ⁵⁺
• C)Sc ³⁺
• D)Fe ³⁺
• E)Co ²⁺

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