D-And F-Block Elements Ques 288
Question: Which is not true for transition elements
Options:
A) They are all metals
B) They show variable valency
C) They form coloured ions
D) They do not form co-ordinate compounds
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Transition elements form co-ordinate compounds because of
(i) High nuclear charge
(ii) Small size
(iii) Vacant d-orbital