NEETChemistryP Block ElementsMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following oxidation states are the most characteristic for lead and tin respectively?
- A+2, +4
- B+4, +4
- C+2, +2
- D+4, +2
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Correct answer: A
The tendency to from +2 ionic state increases on moving down the group due to inert pair effect. Most characteristic oxidation state for lead and tin are +2, +4 respectively.
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