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In aqueous solutions Eu^(2+) acts as...

In aqueous solutions `Eu^(2+)` acts as

A

An oxidising agent

B

A reducing agent

C

Can act either of these

D

Can act as redox agent

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b
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Knowledge Check

  • In aqueous solution glucose remains as

    A
    only in open chain form
    B
    only in pyranose form
    C
    only in furanose form
    D
    in all three forms in equilibrium.
  • An aqueous solution of urea is

    A
    Acidic
    B
    Basic
    C
    Neutral
    D
    Amphoteric
  • In aqueous solution, Eu shows stable O.S.

    A
    `+3`
    B
    `+4`
    C
    `+3`
    D
    `+5`
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