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What is inert pair effect? |
| Answer» Solution :The pair of electrons in valence s-orbital is reluctant to take part in BOND formation due to poor shielding effect of -d and f-electron in heavier elements . It is called inert pair effect due to which lower OXIDATION STATE BECOMES more stable than higher oxidation state in case of P-block elements . | |