NEET2021Chemistry-Periodic Table

NEET 2021 Chemistry Lanthanoids and Actinoids MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The incorrect statement among the following is:

A

Actinoid contraction is greater for element to element than Lanthanoid contraction.

B

Most of the trivalent Lanthanoid ions are colorless in the solid state.

C

Lanthanoids are good conductors of heat and electricity.

D

Actinoids are highly reactive metals, especially when finely divided.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Lanthanoids are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity due to their f-electron configuration. Option C is incorrect.

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