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The hardest lanthanide element is
The hardest lanthanide element is
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Half-filled configurations (like 4f$^7$) give extra stability → higher hardness.
Updated On: May 8, 2026
- Sm
- La
- Gd
- Dy
- Yb
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The Correct Option is C
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