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.