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JEE Main 2025p Block Elements (Group 13 & 14) Question with Solution

JEE Main 2025 (28 Jan Shift 1)

Question

Consider the following elements and Ge . The most stable oxidation states of elements with highest and lowest first ionisation enthalpies, respectively, are

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Correct answer
C+4 and +3

Step-by-step explanation

Among , the metal having highest is Ge and lowest is In . Most stable oxidation state of Ge is +4 and In is +3 .

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