2 - Trends in Properties of d-Block Elements
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What happens to atomic size across a period in d-block elements?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to the attraction between protons and electrons.
Define ionization enthalpy.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship to positive ions.
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What happens to the atomic radius as you move from left to right across the d-block?
💡 Hint: Consider the effective nuclear charge on the electrons.
True or False: All d-block elements exhibit the same maximum oxidation state.
💡 Hint: Think about the specific oxidation states of individual elements.
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Explain the significance of variable oxidation states in transition metals and how they impact catalysis.
💡 Hint: Think about how flexibility in electron counting can facilitate different reactions.
Compare and contrast the formation of complexes between a 3d and a 5d transition metal and the implications this has for their properties.
💡 Hint: Consider how the position on the periodic table influences bonding.
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