In view of the signs of DeltarG^@ for th...

In view of the signs of `Delta_rG^@` for the following reactions
`PbO_2 + Pb to 2PbO, Delta_r G^@ lt 0`
`SnO_2 +Sn to 2SnO, Delta_rG^@ gt 0`
Which oxidation states are more characteristic for lead and tin?

A

`Pb^(4+) , Sn^(4+)`

B

`Pb^(4-), Sn^(2+)`

C

`Pb^(2+), Sn^(2+)`

D

`Pb^(2+), Sn^(4+)`

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The correct Answer is:

D

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