Identify the incorrect statements about group 15 elements: (A) Dinitrogen is a diatomic gas which acts like an inert…
p-Block Elements (Class 12) · Class 12 · JEE Main Previous Year Question
Identify the incorrect statements about group 15 elements:
(A) Dinitrogen is a diatomic gas which acts like an inert gas at room temperature.
(B) The common oxidation states of these elements are , and .
(C) Nitrogen has unique ability to form multiple bonds.
(D) The stability of +5 oxidation states increases down the group.
(E) Nitrogen shows a maximum covalency of 6.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- a
(A), (C), (E) only
- b
(B), (D), (E) only
- c✓
(D) and (E) only
- d
(A), (B), (D) only
(D) and (E) only
Strategy: Predict the geometry and properties of Xenon oxides/fluorides.
Step 1: Structure Determination Identify the central atom and its valence electrons (8). Calculate bond pairs and lone pairs based on the given species.
Step 2: Conclusion Matching the geometry/hybridization (e.g., for or for ) yields the correct answer.
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