Q43 / 150 · MHT CET 2018 · Chemistry

Identify the oxidation states of titanium Z=22 and copper Z=29 in their colourless compounds.

  • A
    Ti3+, Cu2+
  • B
    Ti2+, Cu2+
  • Correct answer
    C
    Ti4+, Cu1+
  • D
    Ti4+, Cu2+

Solution

Ti:[ Ar ]4 s 2 3 d 2        Cu:[ Ar ]4 s 1 3 d 10
T i +4 :[ Ar ]4 s 0 3 d 0    C u +1 :[ Ar ]4 s 0 3 d 10

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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