Thallium is the heaviest stable member of Group 13. Aluminum is also a member of that group,
Question:
Thallium is the heaviest stable member of Group 13. Aluminum is also a member of that group, and its chemical properties are dominated by the 13 oxidation state. Thallium, however, is found most usually in the 11 oxidation state. Examine this difference by plotting the first, second, and third ionization energies for the Group 13 elements against atomic number. Explain the trends you observe.
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Step by Step Answer:
Related Book For
Chemical Principles The Quest For Insight
ISBN: 9781464183959
7th Edition
Authors: Peter Atkins, Loretta Jones, Leroy Laverman
Question Posted: