Question:

In the first row transition metals, the element that exhibits only +3 oxidation state is

Updated On: Apr 4, 2025
  • zinc
  • nickel

  • scandium

  • titanium
  • iron
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Scandium is a transition metal with atomic number 21. Its electronic configuration is [Ar] 3d1 4s2.

In its compounds, scandium typically exhibits only the +3 oxidation state, as the loss of all three valence electrons (one from the 3d orbital and two from the 4s orbital) results in the Sc3+ ion.

Other transition metals like zinc, nickel, titanium, and iron can exhibit multiple oxidation states, including +2, +4, etc., but scandium is the only one that predominantly exhibits the +3 oxidation state.

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