Cerium (Z = 58) is an important member of the lanthanoids. Which of the following statements about cerium is incorrect?
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The common oxidation states of cerium are +3 and +4
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Cerium (IV) acts as an oxidizing agent
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The +4 oxidation state of cerium is not known in solutions
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The +3 oxidation state of cerium is more stable than the +4 oxidation state