The lightest p-block elements often display different physical and chemical properties from the heavier members. Discuss the

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The lightest p-block elements often display different physical and chemical properties from the heavier members. Discuss the similarities and differences by comparison of:

(a) The structures and electrical properties of carbon and silicon

(b) The physical properties and structures of the oxides of carbon and silicon

(c) The Lewis acid–base properties of the tetrahalides of carbon and silicon.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9780198768128

7th Edition

Authors: Mark Weller, Tina Overton, Jonathan Rourke

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