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Physical Properties of Boron Family

PbX 2 is more...

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PbX₂is more stable than PbX₄. Why?

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In pbx2 , oxidation state of pb =+2
and pbx4 , oxidation state of pb =+4
we know ,
oxidation state of +2 is more stable than +4 . due to inert pair effect .
this is due to poor screening effect of d and f electrons that restrict ns electron to take part in the bond formation .
so, PbX2 is more stable than PbX4.

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