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All the elements of group 14 form tetranaldes of general formula `MX_(4)` which are compounds (except `SnF_(4)` and `PbF_(4)`) and have tetrahedral structure. The stability of these tetrahaldes dec reases as we move from C to Pb. The of `MX_(2)` increases as we move from C to Pb. Tetrahaldes are convalent compounds while dhalides are ionic. Which of the following does not exist?A. `C Cl_(4)`B. `SiF_(40`C. `PbBr_(4)`D. `SnCl_(4)` |
Answer» `PbBr_(4)` does not exist, intact, Br ions reduce `Pb^(4+)` ions to `Pb^(2+)` which are more stable according to inert pair effect also. | |