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Chemistry D and F - Block Elements JEE Main 2022 Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

Which one of the lanthanoids given below is the most stable in divalent form?

A
Ce (Atomic Number 58)
B
Sm (Atomic Number 62)
C
Eu (Atomic Number 63)
D
Yb (Atomic Number 70)

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The correct answer is:
C

Hence, due to more reduction potential in Eu as compared to Yb, it can concluded that Eu 2+ is more stable than Yb 2+ .

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