The number of ions from the following that are expected to behave as oxidising agent is: Sn4+, Sn2+, Pb2+, Tl3+, Pb4+, Tl+ (A) 3 (B) 4 (C) 1 (D) 2

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The number of ions from the following that are expected to behave as oxidising agent is: Sn4+, Sn2+, Pb2+, Tl3+, Pb4+, Tl+

(A) 3
(B) 4
(C) 1
(D) 2

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: D. Due to inert pair effect; T+3 and Pb+4 can behave as oxidising agents.

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