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The stability of +2 oxidation state of P...

The stability of +2 oxidation state of Pb can be explained on the basis of

A

electronic configuration

B

resonance

C

inert pair effect

D

catenation

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The correct Answer is:
C
Due to presence of inert pair effect , +2 oxidation state becomes more stable than +4 oxidation state .
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