More number of oxidation states are exhi...

More number of oxidation states are exhibited by the actinides than those by the lanthanides, the main reason being

A

Lesser energy differene between 5f and 6d than 4f and 5d orbital.

B

Poor shielding of 5d-orbital than 6d orbital.

C

Low ionization energy of Lanthanides.

D

Penetration of d is more than 5d orbital. 3

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