Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) Physical and Chemical Properties of Group 14th Elements Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 14, 2026

Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the property of elements with increase in atomic number in the carbon family (group 14) ?

A
Their metallic character decrease.
B
The stability of +2 oxidation state increase.
C
Their ionization energies increase.
D
Their atomic size decrease.

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B

Moving down the group with increasing atomic number, the oxidation state two less than the highest group oxidation state becomes more stable in groups 14 due to inert pair effect.

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