What Statement Is Most Inconsistent with the Chemistry of Transition

question 108

Multiple Choice

What statement is most inconsistent with the chemistry of transition elements?

• A)Bromide,chloride and iodide stabilize the higher oxidation states of the transition elements.
• B)Early transition metal ions with the metal in its lowest oxidation state are good reducing agents.
• C)Ions that have transition metal in their highest oxidation state tend to be good oxidizing agents.
• D)The stability of the higher oxidation states increases down a periodic group.

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