Which from following elements belongs to inner transition elements?

Which from following elements belongs to inner transition elements?
  1. Cm
  2. W
  3. Mo
  4. Ru

Solution

The inner transition elements are the f-block elements, comprising the lanthanides (atomic numbers 57–71) and actinides (atomic numbers 89–103).

Curium (Cm) has atomic number $96$, placing it among the actinides and thus within the inner transition elements. Tungsten (W, $74$), molybdenum (Mo, $42$), and ruthenium (Ru, $44$) are all d-block transition metals.

Final answer: $\boxed{A}$

Asked in: MHT CET 2025 (05 May Shift 2)

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