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Which of the following oxidation states are the most characteristics for lead and tin, respectively?

A

`+4, +2`

B

`+2, +4`

C

`+4, +4`

D

`+2, +2`

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The correct Answer is:
B
`+2, +4`, due to inert pair effect `M^(4+)` ions stability decreases, when we move down the group. In case of `Sn, Sn^(4+)` is more stable than `Sn^(2+)` In case of Pb , `Pb^(2+)` is more stable than `Pb^(4+)`.
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