Properties of Transition Metals

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What is a transition metal?
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Transition metals are elements found in the d-block of the periodic table which have partially filled d orbitals.
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Where are transition metals located on the periodic table?
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Transition metals are located in groups 3 to 12 on the periodic table.
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List three common properties of transition metals.
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They are typically good conductors of heat and electricity, have high melting points, and are often magnetic.
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Why do transition metals have multiple oxidation states?
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They have multiple oxidation states due to the ability to lose different numbers of d electrons.
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Why are transition metals often used as catalysts?
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Transition metals are used as catalysts because they can lend and take electrons easily from other substances, facilitating chemical reactions.
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Name two transition metals that are known for their ability to form colorful compounds.
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Copper and chromium are known for forming colorful compounds.
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What is the electron configuration feature that defines transition metals?
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They have an incomplete d subshell in any of their commonly occurring oxidation states.
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Which property of transition metals is used in the creation of steel?
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The ability to create alloys, particularly with iron, is crucial for steel production.
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What is a common use of platinum, a transition metal?
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Platinum is commonly used in catalytic converters to reduce vehicle emissions.
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Which transition metal is known for its magnetic properties?
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Iron is a transition metal known for its strong magnetic properties.
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What is the role of transition metals in biological systems?
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They play critical roles in biological systems, such as iron in hemoglobin which transports oxygen.
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How do transition metals often interact with ligands?
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They often form complex ions by coordinating with ligands, which donate electron pairs to the metal.
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What is a characteristic of transition metal compounds that affects their color?
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The color is often due to d-d electron transitions which are enabled by the presence of unfilled d orbitals.
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Why is silver considered a transition metal even though its full d orbital in the elemental state?
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Silver is considered a transition metal because it can lose an s electron to form compounds, revealing its d orbital.
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Name a transition metal that is often used in coins.
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Nickel is often used in coins due to its corrosion resistance and metallic luster.
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