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Published on: August 13, 2026
Given below are two statements:
Statement I : In group 13, the stability +1 oxidation state increases down the group.
Statement II : The atomic size of gallium is greatey than that of aluminium.
choose the mosi appropriate answer from the options given below.
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Stability of +1 oxidation state increases down tne group 13 because of inert pair effect. Thus statement I is correct. The atomic size of aluminium is greater than that of gallium. Thus, statement II is incorrect.
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