4.1 - THE TRANSITION ELEMENTS (d-BLOCK) - Position in the Periodic Table
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What are transition metals?
💡 Hint: Think of their location in the periodic table.
Name one characteristic of transition metals.
💡 Hint: Consider their electron configurations.
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What is the typical electronic configuration for the transition elements?
💡 Hint: Focus on the d orbitals in relation to the periodic table.
Are all d-block metals considered transition metals?
💡 Hint: Think about the definitions and criteria for transition metals.
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Predict the oxidation states and color you would expect in a solution of Fe3+ and Cu2+. Justify your predictions based on electron configurations.
💡 Hint: Utilize the knowledge of electron configurations to assist in predictions.
Design a simple experiment to observe the catalytic properties of a transition metal, including the expected results.
💡 Hint: Consider the reaction pathways and how catalysts work.
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