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The lanthanides and actinides are in which block?

Answer: f-block.

  • A f-block
  • B d-block
  • C p-block
  • D s-block

Correct answer: A. f-block

Explanation: Lanthanides and actinides are inner transition metals belonging to the f-block.

The complete modern periodic table showing all 118 elements with atomic number, symbol, and atomic mass, color-coded by element category

The complete modern periodic table (118 elements). Image: Cepheus et al., Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

The periodic table organises all 118 elements by atomic number and similar properties. Study periodic trends like atomic radius, ionization energy, and electronegativity, and learn how an element's position predicts its behaviour.

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