Aluminium exhibits +3 oxidation state. As we move down the group, +1 oxidation state gets…
Chemistry · JEE Main · NTA Exams — p-Block Elements
Aluminium exhibits +3 oxidation state. As we move down the group, +1 oxidation state gets more stable. This is a consequence of
- increasing size of the atom
- inert pair effect
- electron deficient nature
- pπ - pπ bonding.
Answer
(B) inert pair effect
Sign up free on Edukali to view the step-by-step worked solution and practice thousands of similar questions.
Related practice questions
- The members of group 14 form tetrahalides of the type MX 4 . Which of the following halides cannot be readily…
- Statement I: The electronegativity of group 14 elements from Si to Pb gradually decreases. Statement II…
- When a solution of sodium hydroxide is added in excess to the solution of potash alum, we obtain:
- Complete the following reactions : (i) SiO 2 + 2NaOH → X + H 2 O (ii) SiO 2 + 4HF → Y + 2H 2 O (iii) Si +2 CH…
- All members of group 14 when heated in oxygen form oxides. Which of the following is the correct trend of…
- Given below are two statements: Statement I: SiO _ 2 and GeO _ 2 are acidic while SnO and PbO are amphoteric…
- Which one among the following is the most powerful oxidizing agent?
- Between which of the following elements is the discontinuity in the ionisation enthalpy values observed?
More p-Block Elements questions · Browse all practice questions