Multiple choice

Which one of the following statements is false regarding group 14 elements?

  1. The stability of + 4 oxidation state decreases down the group.

  2. The stability of + 2 oxidation state increases down the group.

  3. General electronic configuration: ns2 np6.

  4. All the elements of group 14 can exhibit a covalency greater than 4.

  5. Power of catenation decreases as we move down the group.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All group 14 elements, except carbon can expand their valenece shell and can exhibit covalency greater than 4.

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