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Q.

More number of oxidation states are exhibited by the actinoids than by the lanthanoids. The main reason for this is

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

b

more active nature of the actinoids.

c

more energy difference between 5f and 6d orbitals than that between 4f and 5d orbitals.

d

greater metallic character of the lanthanoids than that of the corresponding actinoids.

answer is C.

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The 5f-orbitals extend into space beyond the 6s and 6p-orbitals and participate in bonding. This is in direct contrast to the lanthanides where the 4f-orbitals are buried deep inside in the atom, totally shielded by outer orbitals and thus, unable to take part in bonding.

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