Tendency of s-electrons to remain inert in heavier p-block elements
Example: Pb prefers +2 over +4 oxidation state
Increases down group 13-16
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Inert Pair Effect
Tendency of s-electrons to remain inert in heavier p-block elements
Example: Pb prefers +2 over +4 oxidation state
Increases down group 13-16
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