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Cerium (Z= 58) is an important nember of...

Cerium `(Z= 58)` is an important nember of the lanthanoids . Which of the following statements about cerium is incorrect ?

A

Cerium (IV) acts as an oxidising agent

B

The +3 oxidation state of Cerium is more known than the +4 oxidation state

C

The +4 oxidation state of Cerium is not known in solutions

D

The common oxidation states of Cerium are +3 and +4

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The correct Answer is:
C
`Ce^(4+)` is a good oxidising agent.
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