transition metals Flashcards
1
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what are the transition metals
A
Transition metals are the elements that belong to the middle of the periodic table. They are 38 elements in groups 3 through 12 of the periodic table
2
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how many electrons d transition metals need to lose to form an ion
A
they have very complex electronic structures that are very stable, this means it is much more different to lose electrons and form ions so they are fairly unreactive.
