Consider the following statement (i) compounds are stronge…

Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) NCERT Single Correct MCQ

Published on: August 12, 2026

Consider the following statement

(i) compounds are stronger oxidising agent than compound.

(ii) The higher oxidation state for group 14 elements is more stable for the heavier member of the group due to inert pair effect. Select the correct option.

(i) is true, (ii) is false.

Both (i) and (ii) are false.

(i) is false, (ii) is true.

Both (i) and (ii) are true.

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According to inert pair effect, Pb +2 is more stable than Sn +2 Generally, relative tendency to be in higher oxidation state of elements of same group increases as we move down the group.

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