STATEMENT-1: $\quad \mathrm{Pb}^{4+}$ compounds are stronger oxidizing agents than $\mathrm{Sn}^{4+}$ compounds.
and
STATEMENT-2: The higher oxidation states for the group 14 elements are more stable for the heavier members of the group due to 'inert pair effect'.
Select the correct option:
A
STATEMENT-1 is True, STATEMENT-2 is True; STATEMENT-2 is correct explanation for STATEMENT-1
B
STATEMENT-1 is True, STATEMENT-2 is True; STATEMENT-2 is NOT a correct explanation for STATEMENT-1
C
STATEMENT-1 is True, STATEMENT-2 is False
D
STATEMENT-1 is False, STATEMENT-2 is True
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Solution
The lower oxidation states for the group 14 elements are more stable for the heavier member of the group due to inert
pair effect.
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