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Sodium ordinarily does not show an oxida...

Sodium ordinarily does not show an oxidation state of `+2`, because of its

A

High first ionization potential

B

High second ionization potential

C

Large ionic radius

D

High electronegativity

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The correct Answer is:
B
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Knowledge Check

  • Xe shows oxidation states of

    A
    2
    B
    4
    C
    6
    D
    8

  • Lead shows oxidation states of

    A
    `+2` only
    B
    `+4` only
    C
    `+2` and `+4`
    D
    `-2, +2` and `+4`

  • Cerium shows oxidation state of +4 because

    A
    It resembles alkali metals
    B
    It has very low `IE`
    C
    it has tendency to attain noble has configuration
    D
    It has tendency to attain `f^0` configuration