In case of alkaline earth metals. The oxidation state of more than two is not observed becauseA. they have only two electrons in the outermost shellB. the s-orbital can accommodate only two electronsC. the removal of third electron involves breaking up of noble gas configuration and the energy needed for this purpose is extermely highD. none of these

In case of alkaline earth metals. The oxidation state of more than two

1.	In case of alkaline earth metals. The oxidation state of more than two is not observed becauseA. they have only two electrons in the outermost shellB. the s-orbital can accommodate only two electronsC. the removal of third electron involves breaking up of noble gas configuration and the energy needed for this purpose is extermely highD. none of these
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