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d and f Block Elements

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Why are low oxidation states favored by the heavier members of the...

Why are low oxidation states favored by the heavier members of the p-block elements?

Options

  1. ADue to the presence of d electrons
  2. BDue to the presence of s electrons
  3. CDue to the presence of p electrons
  4. DDue to the inert pair effect

Correct answer

D. Due to the inert pair effect

Step-by-step solution

In the p-block, lower oxidation states are favored by the heavier members due to the inert pair effect.
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