Question

Q15. Which of the following
oxidation state is common for all
lanthanides?​

Answer 1

Answer:

+2 should be the common oxidation state for all

lanthanides

Explanation:

Xe]4fn6s2 is the general configuration of Lanthanoids,it may seem +2 should be the common oxidation state but relative stability depends on other factors as well,Landthanoids most commonly shows +3 oxidation state due to high hydration enthalpy than of +2 oxidation state.