S Block Elements Question 19

Question: Carbon differs from other elements of the group. Which is the false statement

[DPMT 2000]

Options:

A) Due to its marked tendency to form long chains (catenation)

B) Due to its unique ability to form multiple bonds

C) Due to d-orbital in penultimate shell

D) Due to its limitation of co-ordination number 4

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Carbon has 2 electrons in their penultimate shell configuration so due to d-orbital in penultimate shell is false statement.