Question
Why does the tendency of group 16 elements to exist in -2 oxidation state decrease on moving down the group?
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Answer
- The electronegativity of the elements of Group 16 elements decreases on moving down the group in the order $O > S > Se > Te > Po$.
- Thus, the tendency to show -2 oxidation state also decreases.
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