Is Ag(At. No. 47) a transition metal. Explain. Why ?

Is Au (Z = 79) a transition metal or not ? Explain.

A transition metal easily form alloys with other transition metals. Explain why ?

The 4d and 5d series of transition metals have more frequent metal-metal bonding in their compounds than do the 3d transition metals. Explain.

The d^1 configuration is very unstable in transition metal ions. Explain why ?

Transition metals form alloys with other transition metals. Explain.

Zn and Cd are not normally considered as transition metals. Why ?