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what is lanthenoid contraction ? What are its important consequences ?

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Consequences of lanthanoid contraction:

The basic strength of hydroxides decreases from La(OH)3 to Lu(OH)3 Due to lanthanoid contraction, the size of M3+ ions decreases, and there is an increase in the covalent character in M – OH bond.

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