Transition metals

Question 1

what are transition metals

Answer 1

A metal that is located in between groups 2 and 3 of the periodic table (in the center)

Question 2

The transition elements share some physical properties
with all metals:

Answer 2

• they conduct electricity in the solid and liquid states
• they are shiny when freshly cut

Question 3

Compared to other metals, most transition metals have:

Answer 3

• higher melting points
• higher densities
• greater strength
• greater hardness
• much less reactive

Question 4

when transition elements react they _____ electrons to form ions with ________ charge

Answer 4

lose, positive

Question 5

unlike alkali metals, transition metals can….

Answer 5

form ions with different charges