What are lanthanides and actinides? Properties? Position in the periodic table? Learn with Kimavi in just one minute!

Lanthanides and Actinides are two sets of elements found in the f-block of the periodic table.

Lanthanides are elements 57-71, while Actinides are elements 89-103.

Both Lanthanides and Actinides are known as 'inner transition metals'.

They are very reactive and tend to form multiple oxidation states.

They often react with oxygen and water to form hydroxides, oxides and other compounds.

Examples of Lanthanides are Cerium (Ce), Neodymium (Nd), and Europium (Eu).

Examples of Actinides are Thorium (Th), Actinium (Ac), and Plutonium (Pu).

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