MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEJEE Mains ChemistryInorganic Chemistryp-Block (group 13 and 14)Aluminium and Its Compounds
Catenation i.e., linking of similar atoms depends on size and electronic configuration of atoms. The tendency of catenation in Group 14 elements follows the order
A.C > Si > Ge > Sn
B.C > > Si > Ge » Sn✓ Correct
C.Si > C > Sn > Ge
D.Ge > Sn > Si > C
Explanation
As we move down the group 14,size increases and electronegativity decreases, thereby, tendency to show catenation decreases.