The ratio of the density of tantalum to that of niobium is 1.94, which is nearly identical

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The ratio of the density of tantalum to that of niobium is 1.94, which is nearly identical to the 1.95 ratio of their atomic weights. Explain how this similarity is a result of the lanthanide contraction.

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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