What is the correct order of ionic radii for the $+3$ oxidation state in $Ce, La, Pm,$ and $Yb$?

  • A
    $La^{3+} < Pm^{3+} < Ce^{3+} < Yb^{3+}$
  • B
    $La^{3+} < Ce^{3+} < Pm^{3+} < Yb^{3+}$
  • C
    $Yb^{3+} < Ce^{3+} < Pm^{3+} < La^{3+}$
  • D
    $Yb^{3+} < Pm^{3+} < Ce^{3+} < La^{3+}$

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