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Although Zirconium belongs to 4d transition series and Hafniun to 5 d transition series
even then they show similar physical and chemical properties because:
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Due to lanthanoid contraction, Zr and Hf possess nearly same atomic and ionic radii i.e., 
and 
, 
and 
. Therefore, these two elements show similar properties (physical and chemical properties).
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