The electronic configuration of $Yb^{2+}$ is:

  • A
    $[Xe] \, 4f^{14} \, 5d^1$
  • B
    $[Xe] \, 4f^{14}$
  • C
    $[Xe] \, 4f^{14} \, 6s^2$
  • D
    $[Xe] \, 4f^{14} \, 5d^1 \, 6s^2$

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