GermaniumIV
Germanium(IV) refers to the chemical state where germanium exhibits an oxidation state of +4. This is the most common and stable oxidation state for germanium. In this state, germanium typically forms covalent bonds with other elements. Compounds where germanium is in its +4 oxidation state are widespread in both organic and inorganic chemistry.
A key example of a germanium(IV) compound is germanium dioxide, GeO2. This compound exists in several polymorphic
Another important class of germanium(IV) compounds are the tetrahalides, such as germanium tetrachloride, GeCl4. These are