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Which of the following elements is placed in the d‑block of the periodic table?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 12 · Chemistry · d- and f-Block Elements
  1. Vanadium (V)
  2. Cerium (Ce)
  3. Thorium (Th)
  4. Dysprosium (Dy)
Answer
Vanadium (V)

The correct answer is Vanadium (V) — Select option A.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the elements listed and recall that the d‑block includes transition metals such as V.
  2. Note that Cerium, Thorium and Dysprosium are f‑block or actinide elements.
  3. Therefore the only d‑block element is V.
  4. Select option A.
Common mistake: Confusing 4f elements with 4d elements

Concept tested: Periodic table blocks

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