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The catalytic activity of the transition...

The catalytic activity of the transition metals and their compound is described to:

A

their chemical reactivity

B

their unfilled d - orbitals

C

their ability to adopt multiple oxidation states and their complexing ability

D

less metallic character

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Variable oxidation state and ability to form complexes with the reactant molecules help in catalytic activity of transition metals
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