TMs The Basics

Question 1

Tms are found in the

Answer 1

D block

Question 2

A tm will form one or more ions with a

Answer 2

Partially filled d sub shell

Question 3

Sc is not a tm as it only forms 2+ ions which leave an ….d sub shell

Answer 3

Empty

Question 4

Zn is not a tm as it only forms 2+ ions which leaves a….d sub shell

Answer 4

Full

Question 5

When ions are formed the….electrons are removed first

Answer 5

4s

Question 6

All tms have these three physical props

Answer 6

1) high density
2) high mp/bp
3) same ionic radii

Question 7

All tms have these chemical props

Answer 7

1) form complex ions
2) form coloured ions
3) good catalysts
4) variable ox states