NEET Chemistry
Lutetium: electronic configuration and properties
Lutetium has atomic number 71 and electronic configuration [Xe] 4f14 5d1 6s2. Explore its periodic behaviour and open the interactive atom model.
Open Lutetium in 3DKey properties of Lutetium
- Symbol
- Lu
- Atomic number
- 71
- Atomic mass
- 174.9668(1)
- Family
- lanthanoid
- Electronic configuration
- [Xe] 4f14 5d1 6s2
- Shell distribution
- 2, 8, 18, 32, 9, 2
- Oxidation states
- 3
- Standard state
- solid
Periodic behaviour
Atomic radius: 160 pm. Electronegativity: 1.27. First ionisation energy: 524 kJ/mol. Use these values comparatively across a period or group rather than memorising them in isolation.
NEET exam focus
For NEET, prioritise the NCERT electronic configuration, periodic position, common oxidation states, and direct trend-based comparisons involving Lutetium.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the electronic configuration of Lutetium?
Lutetium has electronic configuration [Xe] 4f14 5d1 6s2, with shell distribution 2, 8, 18, 32, 9, 2.
What are the oxidation states of Lutetium?
The listed oxidation states are 3.
How can I view the Lutetium atom in 3D?
PracticeNEET's interactive periodic table provides a rotatable schematic atom with accurate electron populations by shell.