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What is the number of unpaired electrons present in f-orbital at +3 oxidation state of Lu (Z = 71)? -

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What is the number of unpaired electrons present in f-orbital at +3 oxidation state of Lu (Z = 71)?

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  • 0

  • 4

  • 2

  • 7

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Solution

0

Explanation:

Lutetium (Lu) has [Xe]4f14 5d1 6s2 electronic configuration and Lu3+ has [Xe]4f14. There is no unpaired electron in f-orbital of Lu3+.

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