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Ge (II) compounds are powerful reducing agents whereas Pb(IV) compound are strong oxidants. It can be due to

A

Pb is more electropositive than Ge.

B

ionization potential of lcad is less than that of Ge.

C

ionic radii of `Pb^(2+) and Pb^(4+)` are larger than those of `Ge^(2+) and Ge^(4+)`.

D

of more pronounced inert pair efect in lead than in Ge.

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D
Ge(II) tends to acquire Ge (IV) state by loss of electrons. Hence it is reducing in nature. Pb (IV) tends to acquire Pb(II) O.S. by gain of electrons. Hence it is oxidising in nature. This is due to inert pair effect.
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