Periodic Classification and Periodic Properties 2 Question 31
31. Statement $\mathbf{I} \mathrm{Pb}^{4+}$ compounds are stronger oxidising agents than $\mathrm{Sn}^{4+}$ compounds.
Statement II The higher oxidation states for the group 14 elements are more stable for the heavier members of the group due to ‘inert pair effect’.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 31. (c)
Solution:
- Statement I is true. Stronger oxidising agent is one which itself can easily be reduced. $\mathrm{Pb}^{4+}$ is unstable, due to inert pair effect, can easily be reduced to stable $\mathrm{Pb}^{2+}$, hence a stronger oxidising agent than $\mathrm{Sn}^{4+}$.
Statement II is false. Due to inert pair effect, the higher oxidation states of group 14 elements becomes less stable for heavier member.
