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Which of the following elements is an f‑block element of the periodic table?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 12 · Chemistry · d- and f-Block Elements
  1. Lutetium
  2. Nickel
  3. Manganese
  4. Palladium
Answer
Lutetium

The correct answer is Lutetium — Thus the correct choice is Lutetium.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the element that belongs to the f‑block. The f‑block consists of the lanthanides and actinides.
  2. Check the options: Lutetium (Lu) is the last element of the lanthanide series.
  3. Other options (Nickel, Manganese, Palladium) are d‑block elements.
  4. Thus the correct choice is Lutetium.
Common mistake: Confusing d‑block with f‑block elements

Concept tested: Identification of f‑block element

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