GKFix MCQ Question

Why does PbCl₄ decompose easily while PbCl₂ is stable?

• A. Chlorine cannot stabilize Pb⁴⁺.
• B. Lead is too small.
• C. The +4 oxidation state for lead is less stable due to the inert pair effect.
• D. PbCl₂ is ionic, PbCl₄ is covalent.