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The oxidation state two units less than the group oxidation state becomes more stable progressively for heavier elements in 13 to 16 groups of periodic table. This is called

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a
super element effect
b
lower element effect
c
inert pair effect
d
all of these

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Correct option is C

Down the groups 13 to 16, the ns2 pair shows reluctance to participate in bonding. The effect is called "Inert Pair Effect".


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