Which statement is correct with respect to the property of the elements with increase in atomic number in the carbon family?
A
Their metallic character decreases
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B
The stability of +2 oxidation state increases
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C
Their ionization energy increases
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D
Their atomic size decreases
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Solution
The correct option is C The stability of +2 oxidation state increases Due to the inert pair effect, as we move down the group, lower oxidation state becomes more stable, so stability of 2+ oxidation state increases.