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The general formula of the compounds formed when group 13 elements (A) reacts with group 16 elements (B) is
ChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in PropertiesTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2021 (04 Aug Shift 2)
Options:
  • A AB
  • B A3 B2
  • C A2 B3
  • D A3 B3
Solution:
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The correct answer is: A2 B3

We know that the oxidation state of 13 group elements are the members of the boron family, and so they possess +3 oxidation state while 16 group element are the members of the oxygen family, and they possess -2 oxidation state.

So, from above concept we can conclude that the compound formed as A2B3 as shown below: 

A+3B2-32

 

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