D-And F-Block Elements Ques 297
Question: Which one of the following statement is true for transition elements
[AIIMS 1983; AFMC 1987; JIPMER 1997]
Options:
A) They exhibit diamagnetism
B) They exhibit inert pair effect
C) They do not form alloys
D) They show variable oxidation states
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
They show variable oxidation states due to participation of $ (n-1) $ d-orbitals electrons with ns orbital electrons.
