(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 information from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the reaction: $\text{SiCl}_4(l) + \text{H}_2\text{O}(l)$.
(b(ii))[1]
Using information from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the effect of heat on $\text{PbCl}_4(l)$.
(b(iii))[1]
Using information from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the reaction: $\text{SnCl}_2(aq) + \text{FeCl}_3(aq)$.
(b(iv))[1]
Using information from the Data Booklet where appropriate, write an equation for the reaction: $\text{SnO}_2(s) + \text{NaOH}(aq)$.