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`TlCl_(3)` is more stable than `TlCl`.
`+1` oxidation state of thallium us more stable than `+3`.

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To analyze the statements regarding the stability of thallium compounds, let's break down the question step by step. ### Step 1: Analyze the Stability of TlCl3 vs. TlCl The first statement claims that TlCl3 (thallium trichloride) is more stable than TlCl (thallium chloride). However, this statement is incorrect. **Reasoning:** - Thallium in the +1 oxidation state (Tl+) is more stable than in the +3 oxidation state (Tl3+). - Therefore, TlCl (which contains Tl+1) is more stable than TlCl3 (which contains Tl+3). ### Step 2: Understanding the Oxidation States of Thallium The second statement claims that the +1 oxidation state of thallium is more stable than the +3 oxidation state. This statement is true. **Reasoning:** - Thallium has a large atomic size, and its electronic configuration is [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p1. - The presence of filled f and d orbitals leads to poor shielding of the nucleus, which causes the 6s electrons to be less involved in bonding. This phenomenon is known as the "inert pair effect." - As a result, the 6s electrons become inert and do not participate in bonding, leaving only the 6p electron to form bonds, which corresponds to the +1 oxidation state. ### Step 3: Conclusion - TlCl is more stable than TlCl3, making the first statement false. - The +1 oxidation state of thallium is indeed more stable than the +3 oxidation state, making the second statement true. ### Summary of Findings 1. **First Statement (TlCl3 is more stable than TlCl)**: False 2. **Second Statement (+1 oxidation state is more stable than +3)**: True

To analyze the statements regarding the stability of thallium compounds, let's break down the question step by step. ### Step 1: Analyze the Stability of TlCl3 vs. TlCl The first statement claims that TlCl3 (thallium trichloride) is more stable than TlCl (thallium chloride). However, this statement is incorrect. **Reasoning:** - Thallium in the +1 oxidation state (Tl+) is more stable than in the +3 oxidation state (Tl3+). - Therefore, TlCl (which contains Tl+1) is more stable than TlCl3 (which contains Tl+3). ...
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