AIPMT PRELIMS2007Chemistry-Inorganic Chemistry
AIPMT PRELIMS 2007 Chemistry Group 14 Elements MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
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
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Lead commonly exhibits +2 and +4 oxidation states, while tin typically shows +2 and +4, but +2 is more stable for lead.
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