Larger number of oxidation states are exhibited by the actinoids then those by the lanthanoids, the main reason being
A. 4f orbitals are more diffused than the 5f orbitals.
B. lesser energy difference between 5f and 6d then between 4f and 5d orbitals.
C. more energy difference between 5f and 6d than between 4f and 5d orbitals.
D. more reactive nature of the actinides than the lanthanides.