NEET2019Chemistry-Periodic Table

NEET 2019 Chemistry Group 14 Elements MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following is INCORRECT statement?

A

SiCl₄ is easily hydrolyzed.

B

GeX₄ (X = F, Cl, Br, I) is more stable than GeX₂.

C

SnF₄ is ionic in nature.

D

PbF₄ is covalent in nature.

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

SnF₄ is actually covalent in nature due to the high polarization of the Sn⁻F bond.

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