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The pair of lanthanides with the highest third ionization energy isA. `Lu` and `Yb`B. `Eu` and `Gd`C. `Eu` and `Yb`D. `Dy` and `Yb` |
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Answer» Correct Answer - C `Eu = [Xe] 4f^(7) 5d^(0) 6s^(2)` and `Yb = [Xe] 4f^(14) 5d^(0) 6s^(2)`. Removal of 3rd electron requires more energy from the elements. |
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