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Periodic Table Shielding Effect and Orbital Penetration

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The shielding ability of electrons in orbitals of the same shell decreases in the order:

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Correct Answer: A) s > p > d > f

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Greater penetration gives stronger shielding, and penetration follows s > p > d > f.

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