Question:

Which of the following tetrahalides does not exist?

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Pb\textsuperscript{4+} is unstable with I\textsuperscript{–} due to redox instability. PbI\textsubscript{4} decomposes easily.
Updated On: May 18, 2025
  • CCl\textsubscript{4}
  • SiCl\textsubscript{4}
  • PbCl\textsubscript{4}
  • PbI\textsubscript{4}
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

PbI\textsubscript{4} does not exist because Pb in +4 oxidation state is unstable in presence of I\textsuperscript{–}, which is a good reducing agent. Pb\textsuperscript{4+} gets reduced to Pb\textsuperscript{2+} and iodine gets oxidized.
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