The general trend in the properties of elements of carbon family shows that, with the rise in atomic number.

The general trend in the properties of elements of carbon family shows

1.	The general trend in the properties of elements of carbon family shows that, with the rise in atomic number.
Answer» The tendency TOWARDS catenation INCREASES The tendency to show `+2` oxidation STATE increases The metallic character decreases The tendency to form complexes with covalency higher than four decreases. ANSWER :B