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RE-NEET2024Chemistry-Inorganic Chemistry

RE-NEET 2024 Chemistry Electronic Spectra MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The UV⁻visible absorption bands in the spectra of lanthanoid ions are 'X', probably because of the excitation of electrons involving 'Y'. The 'X' and 'Y', respectively, are:

A

Broad and f orbitals

B

Narrow and f orbitals

C

Broad and d and f orbitals

D

Narrow and d and f orbitals

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The absorption bands are narrow due to the shielding effect of the 4f orbitals, which are involved in the electronic transitions.

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