Transition Metals Flashcards

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Define transition metals

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Middle portion of the periodic table

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Define physical properties of transition metals

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Hard and strong
High melting points
High densities
Good conductors of heat and electricity
Are malleable and ductile

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3
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Define chemical properties of transition metals

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Coloured compounds - the salts of transition metals are coloured
Variable oxidation states - more than 1 oxidation state
Catalysts

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