JEE Main Chemistry question

The elements of IV A group or group 14 have 4 electrons in their outermost orbit. They:

(A)Form ions
(B)Form and ions
(C)Exhibit oxidation states of and Correct
(D)Exhibit oxidation state of

Answer: (C)

Solution

Group 14 elements characteristically show the oxidation state (using all four valence electrons in bonding), but due to the inert pair effect — significant

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Question ID VK-138850