Classification Of Elements And Periodicity In Properties Ques 22
22. Which of the following statements is true?
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(a) Silicon exhibits 4 coordination number in its compound
(b) Bond energy of $F_2$ is less than $Cl_2$
(c) $Mn$ (III) oxidation state is more stable than $Mn$ (II) in aqueous state
(d) Elements of 15 th group shows only +3 and +5 oxidation states
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 22.(b)
Solution:
(b) This is because of inter-electronic replusions between lone pairs.
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