MEDIUMMCQ SINGLENEET ChemistryInorganic Chemistryp-Block (group 13 and 14)Introduction to 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

A.increasing size of the atom
B.inert pair effect✓ Correct
C.electron deficient nature
D.pp - pp bonding.
Explanation

Due to inert pair effect, +1 oxidation state is more stable

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