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Why is Bi(V) a stronger oxidant than Sb(V) ?

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To understand why Bi(V) is a stronger oxidant than Sb(V), we can break down the reasoning into several steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Electronic Configuration - Bismuth (Bi) has the electronic configuration: [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p3. - Antimony (Sb) has the electronic configuration: [Kr] 4d10 5s2 5p3. ### Step 2: Analyze the Oxidation States - In the +5 oxidation state, both bismuth and antimony lose their 6s and 5s electrons, respectively, and have to stabilize their higher oxidation state. ...
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