Transition Elements Flashcards
Where are the transition elements in the periodic table?
Between the 2nd and 3rd group
Describe the conduction of transition elements
good conductors of heat and electricity
Describe transition elements
Dense, strong and shiny
Describe the reactivity of transition elements
Less reactive than Group 1 elements
Don;t react vigorously with water or oxygen
Describe the difference between transition elements and group 1 elements
transition elements are:
Much less reactive
Much denser, stronger and harder
Much higher melting points (except Mercury)
How many ions do transition metals have?
Usually more than 1
eg. Fe²+ or Fe³+
What is the difference between the different ions of an element? (Not including the electronic structure)
Usually Different colours
Transition metal compounds are very [ ]
Colourful
The colours in [ ] and pottery glazes come from [ ].
Gemstones
Transition elements
Transition elements and their compounds make good [ ]
Catalysts
What is Iron the catalyst for?
The Haber Process (making Ammonia)
What is a good catalyst for the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide?
Manganese(IV) Oxide
What is Nickel used for?
Turning oils into fats for making margarine
What colour is potassium chromate (IV)?
Yellow
What colour is weathered copper?
Green
