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Which of the the following properties of oxygen differs from the rest of members of its family?

A
High value of ionization energy
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Oxidation state (2,4,6)
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C
Polymorphism
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Formation of hydride
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Solution

The correct option is B Oxidation state (2,4,6)
Oygen shows a veriety of oxidation states like 2,1,12 and 2,4,6. Where as the other elements in the group do not show this many oxidation states. This makes the oxygen different from other elements of the group.
Hence option B is correct.

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