D And F Block Elements Question 11
Question 11 - 2024 (29 Jan Shift 2)
Which of the following statements are correct about $Zn, Cd$ and $Hg$ ?
A. They exhibit high enthalpy of atomization as the d-subshell is full.
B. $Zn$ and $Cd$ do not show variable oxidation state while $Hg$ shows $+I$ and $+II$.
C. Compounds of $Zn, Cd$ and $Hg$ are paramagnetic in nature.
D. $Zn, Cd$ and $Hg$ are called soft metals.
Choose the most appropriate from the options given below:
(1) B, D only
(2) B, C only
(3) A, D only
(4) C, D only
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Answer (1)
Solution
(A) $Zn, Cd, Hg$ exhibit lowest enthalpy of atomization in respective transition series.
(C) Compounds of $Zn, Cd$ and $Hg$ are diamagnetic in nature.
