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Because of lanthanoid contraction

  1. zrand Y have about the same radius
  2. zrand Nb have similar oxidation state
  3. zrand \( H f \) have about the same radius
  4. zrand zn have the same oxidation state

Correct answer: zrand \( H f \) have about the same radius

Solution

Lanthanoid contraction reduces the atomic/ionic radii of elements after the lanthanoids, especially the 5d series. As a result, zirconium and hafnium—though in different periods—have nearly the same radius.

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