(a(i))[1]
Suggest an explanation for why silicon has a lower melting point than carbon.
(a(ii))[1]
Suggest an explanation for why tin has a lower melting point than germanium.
(b(i))[1]
Using data from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the reaction of $\text{SiCl}_4(l)$ with $\text{H}_2\text{O}(l)$.
(b(ii))[1]
Using data from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the thermal decomposition of $\text{PbCl}_4(l)$.
(b(iii))[1]
Using data from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the reaction of $\text{SnCl}_2(aq)$ with $\text{FeCl}_3(aq)$.
(b(iv))[1]
Using data from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the reaction of $\text{SnO}_2(s)$ with $\text{NaOH}(aq)$.