MCQ
Smallest ionic radius is:
  • A
    $La^{3+}$
  • B
    $U^{3+}$
  • $Yb^{3+}$
  • D
    $Cf^{3+}$

Answer

Correct option: C.
$Yb^{3+}$
Atomic and ionic radius of lanthanides decreases from $La$ to $Lu.$ Due to the contraction of lanthanide the decrease in ionic radius of the element in the lanthanide series from lanthanum to lutetium occurs.

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