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Transition elements are usually characterised by variable oxidation states but Zn does not show this property because of :
A. completion of np-orbitals
B. completion of (n-1)d orbitals
C. completion of ns-orbitals
D. inert pair effect

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`Zn={Ar]4s^(2)3d^(10)`
`d` orbitals are completely filled so it shows only `+2` stable oxidation state.

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