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JEE Main levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 2 of 3pt085

Which statement correctly describes a consequence of the lanthanoid contraction?

  1. A is larger than
  2. Bthe second and third transition series differ greatly in atomic radii
  3. C is more basic than because is larger and polarises the group less
  4. D is more basic than

Answer: C

Ln radii decrease from La to Lu, so charge density and covalent character of Ln-OH rise. Hence basic strength of the hydroxides falls from to .
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