What is Lanthanoid contraction? Mention one of its consequences.

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The steady decrease in the size of lanthanide ions with the increase in atomic number is called lanthanide contraction.
Consequences:

There is not regular trend in ionization potential in the group due to lanthanide contraction.
Similarity of 2nd and 3rd transition group

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