Question
Question: Identify the incorrect statement with respect to ozone....
Identify the incorrect statement with respect to ozone.
A
Ozone is formed in the upper atmosphere by a photochemical reaction involving dioxygen.
B
Ozone is more reactive than oxygen
C
Ozone is diamagnetic where as dioxygen is paramagnetic
D
Ozone protects the earth's inhabitants by absorbing g radiations.
Answer
Ozone protects the earth's inhabitants by absorbing g radiations.
Explanation
Solution
Mn is in +6 oxidation state and can be oxidised to +7, remaining salts cannot be oxidised as central atoms are in their highest oxidation states.