Choose the correct stability order of group 13 elements in their + 1 oxidation state :
Solution
Due to inert pair effect, stability of +3 oxidation state
decreases and that of +1 oxidation state increases
for (down the group) group 13 elements.<br/><br/>
So, the correct order of stability of group 13
elements in their +1 oxidation state is Al < Ga < In
< Tl.
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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 13: Boron Family
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