Which one of the lanthanoids given below is the most stable in divalent form?
Which one of the lanthanoids given below is the most stable in divalent form?
Option 1 -
Ce (Atomic Number 58)
Option 2 -
) Sm (Atomic Number 62)
Option 3 -
Eu (Atomic Number 63)
Option 4 -
Yb (Atomic Number 70)
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1 Answer
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Correct Option - 4
Detailed Solution:Valence shell electronic configuration of Eu in +2 O.S is,
It has half filled f-sub shell and stable.
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