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In the following given elements choose which of them is/are transition element and why ?
`Zn, Cd, Ag, Fe, Ni`

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To determine which of the given elements are transition elements, we need to understand the definition of transition elements and analyze the electron configurations of the elements provided: Zn, Cd, Ag, Fe, and Ni. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Transition Elements**: Transition elements are defined as elements that have an incomplete d-subshell in any of their oxidation states. This means that at least one of the d-orbitals must not be fully filled with electrons. 2. **Electron Configurations**: ...
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CBSE COMPLEMENTARY MATERIAL-The d- AND f-BLOCK ELEMENTS-Short answer type question
  1. Most of the transition metals do not displace hydrogen from dilute aci...

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  2. Give reason for the following Cu^(+) is not stable in aqueous solutio...

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  3. Give reason for the following The highest oxidation state of a metal ...

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  4. Write electronic configuration of Cu^(+2) and Co^(+2)

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  5. Balance the following equations (a ) MnO(4)^(-) + Fe^(2+) + H^...

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  6. Balance the following equations (b ) Cr(2) O^(2-) + Sn^(2+) + ...

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  7. Give reason for the following Electronic configuration of lanthanoids...

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  8. Zn, Cd, Hg are soft and have low melting point. Explain

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  9. What is the effect of pH on the solution ofK(2)Cr(2) O(4)solution ?

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  10. In the following given elements choose which of them is/are transiti...

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  11. Explain interstitial compounds with a proper example.

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  12. Why are Zn, Cd, Hg volatile metals ? Explain.

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  13. Why is first ionization energy of 5d elements higher than those of 3d ...

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  14. Explain ‘Misch metal’ and write its use.

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  15. The following reactions of HNO(3) with Zn are given : (a ) Zn + "Co...

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  16. The following reactions of HNO(3) with Zn are given : (b) Zn + HN...

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  17. Complete the equations : (a) KMnO(4) overset(4)(to)

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  18. Complete the equations : (b) 3K(2) MnO(4) underset(" ") overset( "...

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  19. Out of Fe and Cu, which one would exhibit higher melting point ?

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  20. Sc, the first member of first transition series does not exhibit varia...

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