251.
An element of group 14 forms two oxides one of which is highly poisonous and neutral. Other oxide can be easily liquefied and compressed to give a
solid which is used as a refrigerant under the name of drikold. The element and the oxides are
$$C$$ forms two oxides $$CO$$ and $$C{O_2}.$$ $$CO$$ is neutral and poisonous. $$C{O_2}$$ can be compressed as a refrigerant dry ice or solid $$C{O_2}.$$ $$SiO$$ is unstable. $$SnO$$ and $$PbO$$ are amphoteric in nature.
252.
Catenation i.e., linking of similar atoms depends on size and electronic configuration of atoms. The tendency of catenation in Group 14 elements follows the order
As we go down the group, the atomic size increases and electronegativity decreases and thereby, tendency to show catenation decreases. Hence, the order of catenation is $$C > > Si > Ge \approx Sn.$$
253.
Match the column I with column II and mark the appropriate choice.
Due to back - bonding, $$B - X$$ in $$B{X_3}$$ has double bond character which because of resonance results in shorter $$B - X$$ distance.
259.
Which one of the following arrangements represents the correct order of electron gain enthalpy ( with negative sign ) of the given atomic species ?