Question

Inert pair effect of formation covalent bond

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Example of Inert Pair Effect

Sn2+ and Pb2+ and Sb3+ and Bi3+ which are the lower oxidation states of the elements are formed because of the inert pair effect. When the s electrons remain paired the oxidation state is lower than the characteristic oxidation state of the group.