Evaluate the following statements related to group 14 elements for their correctness. (A) Covalent radius decreases down the group from C to Pb in a regular manner. (B) Electronegativity decreases fro

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Evaluate the following statements related to group 14 elements for their correctness. (A) Covalent radius decreases down the group from C to Pb in a regular manner. (B) Electronegativity decreases from C to Pb down the group gradually. (C) Maximum covalence of C is 4 whereas other elements can expand their covalence due to presence of d orbitals. (D) Heavier elements do not form p-p bonds. (E) Carbon can exhibit negative oxidation states. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) (C), (D) and (E) Only
(B) (A) and (B) Only
(C) (A), (B) and (C) Only
(D) (C) and (D) Only

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: A. (A) Down the group; radius increases (B) EN does not decrease gradually from C to Pb. (C) Correct. (D) Correct. (E) Range of oxidation state of carbon ; –4 to +4

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