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Out of LU(OH)3 and La(OH)3 which is more basic and why?

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1. As we move from Ce3+ to Lu3+ , the basic character of Lu3+ ions decreases. 

2. Due to the decrease in the size of Lu3+ ions, the ionic character of Lu – OH bond decreases, covalent character increases which results in the decrease in the basicity. 

3. Hence, La(OH)3 is more basic than Lu(OH)3.



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