Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation: The stable substance in each given pair is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Stability of compound depends on the size of atom involved in the compound formation. The small sized atom makes the compound less stable as compared to large sized atom.
(b)
Interpretation: The stable substance in each given pair is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Stability of compound depends on the size of atom involved in the compound formation. The small sized atom makes the compound less stable as compared to large sized atom.
(c)
Interpretation: The stable substance in each given pair is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Stability of compound depends on the size of atom involved in the compound formation. The small sized atom makes the compound less stable as compared to large sized atom.
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