JEE MainChemistryD and F Block ElementsMCQ+4 / −1
The highest possible oxidation states of uranium and plutonium, respectively are :
- A4 and 6
- B6 and 4
- C7 and 6
- D6 and 7
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Correct answer: D
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Identify the concept
For actinoids, the highest oxidation state generally increases up to the middle of the series and then decreases. We need the highest possible oxidation states of:
- Uranium
- Plutonium
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Electronic considerations
Actinoids can show variable oxidation states because electrons from , , and orbitals can participate in bonding.
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Known highest oxidation states
- Uranium commonly shows oxidation states . Its highest stable oxidation state is .
- Plutonium shows oxidation states , and it can also attain under strongly oxidizing conditions. So its highest possible oxidation state is .
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Match with the options
- A: and ❌
- B: and ❌
- C: and ❌
- D: and ✅
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Final answer
The highest possible oxidation states of uranium and plutonium are: respectively.
Therefore, the correct option is D.
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