Asked in Premeth MDCAT 2025 LR-04 — Electromagnetism, Transition Elements 2025Moderate

Which oxidation is possessed by all the elements of group III B?

Correct answer: B. 3

  • A. 2
  • B. 3
  • C. 5
  • D. 7

Explanation

The most common oxidation state for group 3B elements is +3. All elements in this group can form compounds in which they have an oxidation state of +3.

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