Question

Why is PbCl2 is a good oxidizing reagent?

Answer 1

As we move down the group 14, the stability of +4 oxidation state decreases while +2 oxidation state increases due to the inert pair effect , hence PbCl gets easily reduced . hence its a strong oxidising agent .

Answer 2

In PbCl2 , there is Pb2+ ion . It can still loose two more electron to have +4 OXIDISING STATE .It loses electrons that's why act as oxidising reagent .
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