Identify the formula of compound $(B)$ formed in the following reaction:
$(i)$ Lanthanoids $(Ln)$ are burnt in oxygen to form compound $(A)$.
$(ii)$ Compound $(A)$ reacts with $CO_2$ in excess to form compound $(B)$.

  • A
    $LnO_2$
  • B
    $Ln_2CO_3$
  • C
    $Ln_3(CO_3)_2$
  • D
    $Ln_2(CO_3)_3$

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