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The order of screening effect of electrons of $s, p, d$ and $f$ orbitals of a given shell of an atom on its outer shell electrons is
ChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
Options:
  • A
    $s>p>d>f$
  • B
    $f>d>p>s$
  • C
    $p < d < s>f$
  • D
    $f>p>s>d$
Solution:
2612 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
$s>p>d>f$
For a given shell, screening effect decreases in the order : $s>p>d>f$.

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