Chapter 8: The d- and f-Block Elements

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1. 1

   The D-Block Elements (Transition Elements)

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   The d-block elements, known as transition metals, are characterized by their...

2. 1.1

   Position In The Periodic Table

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   The d-block elements, found in groups 3 to 12 of the periodic table, have...

3. 1.2

   Electronic Configuration

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   Electronic configuration describes how electrons are arranged within an...

4. 1.3

   General Characteristics

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   The general characteristics of d-block elements include their variable...

5. 2

   Trends In Properties Of D-Block Elements

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   This section discusses the trends in properties of d-block elements,...

6. 2.1

   Atomic And Ionic Sizes

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   This section focuses on the trends in atomic and ionic sizes of the d-block...

7. 2.2

   Ionisation Enthalpy

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   Ionisation enthalpy is generally high for d-block elements and increases...

8. 2.3

   Oxidation States

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   This section discusses oxidation states of d-block elements, highlighting...

9. 2.4

   Magnetic Properties

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   The magnetic properties of transition metals are determined by the presence...

10. 2.5

    Formation Of Complexes

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    This section discusses how transition metals form complexes with ligands,...

11. 3

    Important Compounds Of Transition Metals

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    This section focuses on significant compounds of transition metals,...

12. 3.1

    Potassium Dichromate (K₂cr₂o₇)

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    Potassium dichromate is an orange-red compound used as a strong oxidizing...

13. 3.2

    Potassium Permanganate (Kmno₄)

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    Potassium permanganate (KMnO₄) is a deep purple compound notable for its...

14. 4

    The F-Block Elements (Inner Transition Elements)

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    The f-block elements, including lanthanoids and actinoids, are characterized...

15. 4.1

    Lanthanoids (4f-Series)

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    Lanthanoids are a series of 15 elements with unique properties, significant...

16. 4.2

    Actinoids (5f-Series)

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    The actinoids are a series of 15 elements from thorium (Th, atomic number...

17. 5

    Comparison Of Lanthanoids And Actinoids

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    This section compares the key properties of lanthanoids and actinoids,...

18. 6

    Uses Of D- And F-Block Elements

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    d- and f-block elements are utilized in various applications, including...

19. 7

    Summary

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    The chapter discusses the unique properties and significance of d- and...