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Q. Catenation i.e., linking of similar atoms depends on size and electronic configuration of atoms. The tendency of catenation in Group $14$ elements follows the order

The p-Block Elements

Solution:

As we go down the group, the atomic size increases and electronegativity decreases and thereby, tendency to show catenation decreases. Hence, the order of catenation is $C > > Si > Ge \approx Sn$.