Question
Question: Elements of group 14 :...
Elements of group 14 :
A
Exhibit oxidation state of +4 only
B
Exhibit oxidation state of +2 and +4
C
Form M–2 and M4+ ions
D
Form M2+ and M4+ ions
Answer
Exhibit oxidation state of +2 and +4
Explanation
Solution
They have valence shell electron configuration ns2 np2 ; so two electrons of p sub shell or four electrons of s and p sub shells can participate in chemical bonding.