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(a) Explain the trends in the relative stabilities of the +2 and +4 oxidation states for compounds of the group 14 eleme
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(a) Explain the trends in the relative stabilities of the +2 and +4 oxidation states for compounds of the group 14 elements. (b) Give the definition of an "electron deficient" molecule. Draw the structures of the following compounds and state which one is electron deficient, giving a reason for your choice: [BeMe2]. or [BeCl2].o. (c) Explain why the group 1 halides are colourless; whereas in a flame they appear coloured.