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Going down group 6 from Cr to W, how does the stability of the +6 state change?
ADecreases
BStays the same
CIncreases
DPeaks at Mo
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Increases
Unlike the p-block, heavier d-block members favour higher states, so Mo(VI) and W(VI) are more stable than Cr(VI).
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