Single Choice

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

A$${ CH }_{ 4 }$$
Correct Answer
B$${ SiH }_{ 4 }$$
C$${ GeH }_{ 4 }$$
D$${ SnH }_{ 4 }$$

Solution

$$ CH_4 $$ is most volatile among all because methane has a very low molecular weight of 16. So as the molecular weight increases, the vander waals forces of attraction between the molecules also increases.

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

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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