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Question
The most stable +2 oxidation state is exhibited by ______.
Options
Fe
Sn
Pb
Si
MCQ
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Solution
The most stable +2 oxidation state is exhibited by Pb.
Explanation:
The inert pair effect increases as one moves down the group.
As a result, Pb2+ is the most stable.
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