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प्रश्न
Why do transition elements show variable oxidation states ? In 3d series (Sc to Zn), which elements shows the maximum number of oxidation state and why ?
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उत्तर
Transition elements have an incomplete set of d-orbitals in their penultimate shell. They have their valence electrons in (n−1)d- and ns-orbitals. Since there is very little energy difference between these orbitals, electrons from both the energy levels can be used for bond formation. As a result, transition elements exhibit variable oxidation states.
Valence shell electronic configuration for Mn (Z = 25): 3d5 4s2
In the 3d series, Mn has the maximum number of unpaired electrons present in the d-subshell (5 electrons). Hence, Mn exhibits the maximum number of oxidation states, ranging from +2 to +7.
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Why is Sc3+ colourless while Ti3+ coloured? (Atomic number Sc = 21, Ti =22)
ln which pair highest oxidation states of transition metals are found:
What can be inferred from the magnetic moment value of the following complex species?
| Example | Magnetic Moment (BM) |
| K2[MnCl4] | 5.9 |
Match the catalysts given in Column I with the processes given in Column II.
| Column I (Catalyst) | Column II (Process) |
| (i) \[\ce{Ni}\] in the presence of hydrogen | (a) Zieglar Natta catalyst |
| (ii) \[\ce{Cu2C12}\] | (b) Contact process |
| (iii) \[\ce{V2O5}\] | (c) Vegetable oil to ghee |
| (iv) Finely divided iron | (d) Sandmeyer reaction |
| (v) \[\ce{TiCl4 + Al (CH3)3}\] | (e) Haber's Process |
| (f) Decomposition of KCIO3 |
Identify the metal and justify your answer.
Carbonyl \[\ce{M(CO)5}\]
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Why is Carbon-14 radioactive while Carbon-12 not? (Atomic number of Carbon: 6)
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Which are the two most common radioactive decays happening in human body?
Account for the following:
Transition metals form alloys.
Account for the following:
Sc3+ is colourless whereas Ti3+ is coloured in an aqueous solution.
Assertion (A): Transition metals show their highest oxidation state with oxygen.
Reason (R): The ability of oxygen to form multiple bonds to metals.
