Question:

The common positive oxidation states for an element with atomic number 24, are :

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Z = 24 is chromium, [Ar] 3d5 4s1; the +1 state is not common for it.
Updated On: Nov 4, 2026
  • +1 and +3
  • +2 to +6
  • +1 to +6
  • +1 and +3 to +6
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Z = 24 is chromium with configuration [Ar] 3d54s1.
It has six valence electrons (five 3d and one 4s), so the highest oxidation state is +6 (e.g. CrO42-, Cr2O72-).
Chromium commonly shows +2 (Cr2+), +3 (most stable, Cr3+), +4, +5 and +6; +1 is not a common state.
So the range of common positive oxidation states is +2 to +6.
Answer: (2) +2 to +6
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