P-Block Elements Ques 52

Question: In which of the following the inert pair effect is most prominent

[MP PMT 2000]

Options:

A) $ SO_2 $

B) $ H_2Se $

C) $ CO_2 $

D) $ H_2O $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

The inert pair effect is most prominent in Pb because from top to bottom due to increase in number of shells.



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