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Actinides exhibit larger number of oxidation state than that of corresponding lanthanides. The reason behind this aspect is

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a

lesser energy difference between 5f and 6d-orbitals than between 4f and 5d-orbitals

b

larger atomic size of actinides than the lanthanides

c

more energy difference between 5f and ed orbitals than between 4f and 5d-orbitals

d

greater reactive nature of the actinides than the lanthanides

answer is A.

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 We know that Actinides show larger oxidation states than lanthanides, because of the  small energy gap between 5f, 6d and 7s subshells. Hence, the outermost electrons get easily excited to the higher energy levels, giving variable oxidation states.

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Actinides exhibit larger number of oxidation state than that of corresponding lanthanides. The reason behind this aspect is