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Question
Group 14 elements form two series of chlorides. What are these series and their respective oxidation states?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The document states, 'Group 14 elements form two series of chlorides: the dichlorides (MCl₂) Ox. state = II and the tetrachlorides (MCl₄) Ox. state = IV.'
Hint
Recall the common valencies exhibited by Group 14 elements.