In the context of the lanthanoids,which of the following statements is not correct?

  • A
    There is a gradual decrease in the radii of the members with increasing atomic number in the series.
  • B
    All the members exhibit $+3$ oxidation state.
  • C
    Because of similar properties,the separation of lanthanoids is not easy.
  • D
    Availability of $4f$ electrons results in the formation of compounds in $+4$ state for all the members of the series.

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