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5-d & F Block Elements
5-d & F Block Elements
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2. The interstitial compounds of transition metals are more ductile (a) softer (b) (c) harder (d)
more metallic than the metal itself. [1]
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10. When FeCr2O4 is fused with Na2CO3 in the presence of air it gives a
yellow solution of compound (A). Compound (A) on acidification gives
compound (B). Compound (B) on reaction with KCl forms an orange coloured
compound (C). An acidified solution of compound (C) oxidises Na2SO3 to (D).
Identify (A), (B), (C) and (D). 2 marks.
11. Give reasons for the following : (a) Transition metals form complex compounds. (b) E o
values for (Zn2+/Zn) and (Mn2+/Mn) are more negative than expected. (c) Actinoids show
wide range of oxidation states. 3 marks.
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17. Copper atom has completely filled d-orbitals in its ground state but it is a transition
element. Why? [1]
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