Elements of group-15 form compounds in +5 oxidation state. However, bismuth forms only one well characterised compound in +5 oxidation state. The compound is
(i) Bi2O5
(ii) BiF5
(iii) BiCl5
(iv) Bi2S5
Elements of group-15 form compounds in +5 oxidation state. However, bismuth forms only one well characterised compound in +5 oxidation state. The compound is
(i) Bi2O5
(ii) BiF5
(iii) BiCl5
(iv) Bi2S5
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1 Answer
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This is a multiple choice answer as classified in NCERT Exemplar
Correct option is (ii)
Bismuth is the sole element that has an inert pair effect. Only generates trihalides and has a +3 oxidation state. Florine, on the other hand, is small and has a high electronegativity.
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