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QJEEM21Ch1b06: JEE Main 2021 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM21Ch1b06 Solution: Which one of the following lanthanides exhibits +2 oxidation…
Which one of the following lanthanides exhibits +2 oxidation state with diamagnetic nature? (Given Z for Nd = 60, Yb = 70, La = 57, Ce = 58)
Multiple Choice Options
- A La
- B Ce
- C Nd
- D Yb
Step-by-Step Verified Solution
Yb (70) = 4f14 6s2
Yb+2 = 4f14 6s0
All the electrons are paired hence Yb+2 is diamagnetic.
Yb+2 = 4f14 6s0
All the electrons are paired hence Yb+2 is diamagnetic.