It is because of inability of ns2 electrons of the valence shell to participate in bonding that
It is because of inability of ns2 electrons of the valence shell to participate in bonding that
Option 1 -
Sn2+ is oxidising while Pb4+ is reducing
Option 2 -
Sn2+ and Pb2+ are both oxidising and reducing
Option 3 -
Sn4+is reducing while Pb4+ is oxidising
Option 4 -
Sn2+ is reducing while Pb4+ is oxidising.
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1 Answer
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Correct Option - 4
Detailed Solution:Heavier element of p block do not from pπ− pπ bonds as their atomic orbital are so large and diffius that they cannot have effecitve overlapping.
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