Q.

Identify the incorrect statement about the oxidation states of group 14 elements

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a

Carbon and Silicon mostly exhibit +4 oxidation state 

b

Tin in +2 oxidation state is a reducing agent

c

The order of stability of +2 oxidation state follow the sequence Ge<Sn<Pb

d

Lead in +2 oxidation state is a reducing agent

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

Lead is stable in +2 oxidation state rather than +4 oxidation state due to inert pair effect. As a result, Pb(II) cannot act as a good reducing agent.

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