Note : In the following questions a statement of assertion followed by a statement of reason is given. Choose the correct answer out of the following choices.


Actinoids form more stable complexes than lanthanoids because their 5f orbitals extend outwards and can participate in bonding while the 4f orbitals of lanthanoids are well shielded by 5d and 6s orbitals and do not take part in bonding.

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