JEE Main 2022 · ChemistryMultiple choiceSingle correctEasyConceptual

JEE Main 25 June 2022, Shift 1, Chemistry Q68

Question 68 of 90 in this shift, Chemistry question 8 of 30, Section A.

Cerium (IV) has a noble gas configuration. Which of the following is **correct** statement about it ?

(1)It will not prefer to undergo redox reactions.
(2)It will prefer to gain electron and act as an oxidizing agentOfficial answer
(3)It will prefer to give away an electron and behave as reducing agent
(4)It acts as both, oxidizing and reducing agent.

Official answer

Option 2

NTA final key.

Chapter: The d- and f-Block Elements
Topic: f-Block Elements
Idea tested: Cerium(IV) as an Oxidizing Agent

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