Single Choice

Bond energy is highest for :

A$$Sn - Sn$$
B$$Ge - Ge$$
C$$C - C$$
Correct Answer
D$$Si - Si$$

Solution

Bond energies of these compounds are:
$$C-C= 346\ kJ/mol, \\ Si-Si=249\ kJ/mol, \\ Ge-Ge= 188\ kJ/mol, \\ Sn-Sn=146\ kJ/mol$$.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

p - block Elements

The material used in solar cell contains :

p - block Elements

Catenation i.e., linking of similar atoms depends on the size and electronic configuration of atoms. The tendency of catenation in Group 14 elements follows the order:

p - block Elements

The compound that will react most readily with gaseous bromine has the formula is:

p - block Elements

Which among $${ CH }_{ 4 }, { SiH }_{ 4 }, { GeH }_{ 4 }, { SnH }_{ 4 }$$ is the most volatile?

p - block Elements

Explain the following with proper reasoning. $$PbO$$ does not dissolve in $$H_2SO_4$$ while $$SnO$$ is soluble in $$H_2SO_4$$.

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