Least basic compound among the following would be
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A
La(OH)3
B
Lu(OH)3
C
Ce(OH)3
D
Gd(OH)3
Correct Answer
Lu(OH)3
Detailed Explanation
The basicity of metal hydroxides generally decreases across the lanthanide series from left to right. Lutetium (Lu) and Gadolinium (Gd) are towards the right end of the lanthanide series and tend to form weaker bases compared to elements towards the left like Cerium (Ce) and Lanthanum (La).
Therefore, the least basic compound among the given options would be 2. Lu(OH)3 (Lutetium hydroxide)
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