Question

what is lanthanide contraction? what are its consequences?​

Answer 1

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The decrease in size of lanthanide ion due to increase in atomic number is known as lanthanide contraction. Consequences of lanthanide contraction: • Hard to separate the lanthanides • Increase in electronegativity • Increase in ionisation energy • Ability of complex formation decreases.

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Answer 2

The decrease in size of lanthanide ion due to increase in atomic number is known as lanthanide contraction. Consequences of lanthanide contraction: • Hard to separate the lanthanides • Increase in electronegativity • Increase in ionisation energy • Ability of complex formation decreases.

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