Question

Why f block elements shows more oxidation state than d block?

Answer 1

Here is the reason

Explanation:

The d- block element exhibit a large number of oxidation states than the f- block element. It is because they can lose electron from both 'd' as well as 's' orbital. What are interstitial compounds? ... Interstitial compounds are those which are formed when small atoms like H, C, N, B etc.