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NEET · Chemistry · d and f Block Elements
Which lanthanoid ions are paramagnetic?
Which lanthanoid ions are paramagnetic?
Options
- ALa₃⁺ and Ce₄⁺
- BYb₂⁺ and Lu₃⁺
- CAll except f0 type and f14 type
- DAll except Yb₂⁺ and Lu₃⁺
Correct answer
C. All except f0 type and f14 type
Step-by-step solution
The lanthanoid ions other than the f0 type (La₃⁺ and Ce₄⁺) and the f14 type (Yb₂⁺ and Lu3) are all paramagnetic.