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If the principal quantum number n = 6, the correct sequence of filling of electrons will be:
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D
If 
, the correct sequence for filling of electrons will be
.
It will be 
The energy of 4 f and 5 d orbitals are in between the energies of 4 s and 6 p orbitals.
Note: Higher is the 
, higher will be the energy of the orbital.
For 
Hence, correct order is: 
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