Question
Chemistry Question on The Actinoids
The reason for greater range of oxidation states in actinoids is attributed to
A
The radioactive nature of actinoids
B
Actinoid contraction
C
5f, 6d and 7s levels having comparable energies
D
4f and 5d levels being close in energies
Answer
5f, 6d and 7s levels having comparable energies
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): 5f, 6d and 7s levels having comparable energies.