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Among Ce(4f1 5d1 6s2 ), Nd(4f4 6s2 ), Eu(4f7 6s2 ) and Dy(4f10 6s2 ), the elements having highest and lowest 3rd ionization energies, respectively, are  (A) Nd and Ce (B) Eu and Ce (C) Eu and Dy(D) Dy and Nd

Answer»

Correct option (B) Eu and Ce

Explanation: 

After removig 2 electrons in E, it acquires stable half –filled orbital whereas in ce 3rd electron can easily removed from 5d sub-shell.  



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