Which of the following statements are INCORRECT?
A. All the transition metals except scandium form MO oxides which are ionic.
B. The highest oxidation number corresponding to the group number in transition metal oxides is attained in Sc₂O₃ to Mn₂O₇.
C. Basic character increases from V₂O₃ to V₂O₄ to V₂O₅.
D. V₂O₄ dissolves in acids to give VO₄³⁻ salts.
E. CrO is basic but Cr₂O₃ is amphoteric.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Option 1 -

B and C only

Option 2 -

A and E only

Option 3 -

B and D only

Option 4 -

C and D only

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    Vishal Baghel | Contributor-Level 10

    4 weeks ago
    Correct Option - 4


    Detailed Solution:

    The highest oxidation number corresponding to the group number in transition metal oxides is attained in Sc? O? to Mn? O? CrO is basic but Cr? O? is amphoteric.

    Note: All the transition metals except scandium form MO oxides which are ionic (Only for 3d series, this statement is true)

    Hence, (A), (C) and (D) are incorrect. But not given in the options.

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