Single Choice

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:

AC < Si < Ge < Sn
BC > Si > Ge > Sn
Correct Answer
CSi > C > Sn > Ge
DGe > Sn > Si > C

Solution

Down the group, atomic size increases and electronegativity decreases. Therefore tendency of catenation decreases down the group as follows $$C > Si > Ge > Sn$$.

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