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Why do transition elements from complex compounds? Name the elements which exhibit highest oxidation state. 

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i. Due to small size of metal ion.
ii. High ionic charge.
iii. Availability of d-orbitals for bond formation.
The elements which exhibit highest oxidation state Manganese and Osmium.
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