NEETChemistryd and f Block Elements
How is the variability in oxidation states of transition metals different from that of the non-transition metals?
Options
- ATransition metals generally have fewer oxidation states compared to non-transition metals.
- BIn transition elements the oxidation states vary by unity whereas In non-transition element, this variation is
- CNon-transition metals have partially filled d-orbitals unlike transition elements
- DNon-transition metals can easily form coordination complexes unlike transition elements
Correct answer
B. In transition elements the oxidation states vary by unity whereas In non-transition element, this variation is
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) In transition elements the oxidation states vary by unity whereas In non-transition element, this variation is selective, always differing by 2.