Among the group XIV elements, namely Sn, C, Si, and Ge, their conductive properties differ. Which of the following statements explains this phenomenon?

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Among the group XIV elements, namely Sn, C, Si, and Ge, their conductive properties differ. Which of the following statements explains this phenomenon?, Sn has a completely filled valence band due to its larger atomic size., C possesses a large energy gap of 5.4 eV, making it an insulator., Si's energy gap of 1.1 eV places it in the category of a semiconductor., Ge's energy gap of 0.7 eV allows it to exhibit semiconductor behavior.

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Correct Option is : (B) C possesses a large energy gap of 5.4 eV, making it an insulator.

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