Fill in the blanks: Compounds that formally contain `Pb^(4+)` are easily reduced to `Pb^(2+)`. The stability of the lower oxidation state is due to………
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Compounds that formally contain `Pb^(4+)` are easily reduced to `Pb^(2+)`. The stability of the lower oxidation state is due to………… .
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Correct Answer - Inert Pair Effect
Due to inert pair effect, `Pb^(2+)` (two less than normal oxidation state) is more stable than `Pb^(4+)` (normal oxidation state).
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