Which element from the following has a half-filled $f$ orbital in the $+3$ oxidation state?

  • A
    $U (Z=92)$
  • B
    $Lr (Z=103)$
  • C
    $Cm (Z=96)$
  • D
    $Th (Z=90)$

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