alleryStart learning →Compared with first-row elements, the heavier d block elements
Aform no stable compounds
Bfavour higher oxidation states
Care all gaseous elements
Dare lighter than s block
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. favour higher oxidation states
For example Mo(V) and W(VI) compounds are more stable than Cr(VI) and Mn(VII).
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