Transition Metals Flashcards
1
Q
What are transition metals?
A
D-block elements that form one or more stable ions with incompletely filled d-orbitals.
2
Q
Give six characteristics of transition metals
A
Hard solids
High m.p and b.p
Act as catalysts
Form coloured ions and compounds
Form ions with different oxidation numbers
Form ions with incompletely filled d-orbitals
3
Q
What are ligands?
A
Species with a lone pair of electrons used to form a dative bond with a metal ion.
