STANDARDChemistry-f-Block Elements

STANDARD Chemistry Lanthanoids and Actinoids MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The incorrect statement among the following is

A

actinoids are highly reactive metals, especially when finely divided

B

actinoid contraction is greater for element to element than lanthanoid contraction

C

most of the trivalent lanthanoid ions are colorless in the solid state

D

lanthanoids are good conductors of heat and electricity.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Most trivalent lanthanoid ions are colored in the solid state due to f-f transitions, not colorless.

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