Multiple choice

Which of the following properties of group 16 hydrides follow the order H2O < H2S < H2Se < H2Te?

  1. Acidic nature
  2. Thermal stability
  3. Reducing character

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Only 3

  4. 1, 2 and 3

  5. None of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Acidic nature, thermal stability and reducing character of group 16 hydrides increase down the group and follow the order H2O < H2S < H2Se < H2Te.

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