Incorrect statement about Ge is

Options

A. `GeO_(2)` is weakly acidic
B. `Ge(OH)_(2)` is a amphoteric
C. `GeCl_(2)` is more stable than `GeCl_(4)`
D. `Ge-Ge` bond energy is lesser than that of `Si-Si`

Answer

C

Explanation

`GeCl_(4)` is more stable than `GeCl_(2)`. Ge has greater tendency to form `+4` state than `+2` state.