Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Ques 54
Question: Which of the following statement is correct with respect to the property of elements with an increase in atomic number in the carbon family (group 14) [BHU 2004]
Options:
A) Atomic size decrease
B) Ionization energy increase
C) Metallic character decrease
D) Stability of +2 oxidation state increase
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
As we go down the group inertness of $ ns^{2} $ pair increase hence tendency to exhibit +2 oxidation state increases and that of +4 oxidation state decreases.
