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JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 12 - p -Block elements - ll

Identify the incorrect statements about group \(15\) elements : \((A)\) Dinitrogen is a diatomic gas which acts like an inert gas at room temperature. \((B)\) The common oxidation states of these elements are \(-3,+3\) and +5 . \((C)\) Nitrogen has unique ability to form \(\mathrm{p} \pi-\mathrm{p} \pi\) multiple bonds. \((D)\) The stability of +\(5\) oxidation states increases down the group. \((E)\) Nitrogen shows a maximum covalency of \(6\). Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

  1. A \((A)\), \((B)\), \((D)\) only
  2. B \((A)\), \((C)\), \((E)\) only
  3. C \((B)\), \((D)\), \((E)\) only
  4. D \((D)\) and \((E)\) only
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(D) \((D)\) and \((E)\) only

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\((D)\) Due to inert pair effect lower oxidation state is more stable. \((E)\) Nitrogen belongs to \(2^{\text {nd }}\) period and cannot expand its octet.
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