Transition Metals Flashcards
Where are transition metals found on the periodical table?
In the middle between groups 2 & 3
What are some uses of transition metals?
- Construction
- Vehicles
- Electrical lining
- Jewellery
What properties do transition metals have?
- Malleable (can be hammered into shape)
- Ductile (stretchable)
- Good conductors
- Shiny
What are the differences in their physical properties?
- High melting points
- High densities
Why are group 1, 2, 3 properties difference to transition metals?
Group 1, 2, 3 have lower densities and melting points
Name a transition metal beginning with M…
MERCURY
What similar properties does mercury have with the other transition metals?
Has high density
What is different about mercury than to the other transition metals?
Liquid at room temp
What are mercury’s boiling and melting points?
Melts = -39 degrees Boils = 356 degrees
What chemical properties do transition metals usually have?
They’re usually coloured
Name the groups and 1 transition metals are not coloured…
- Aluminum
- Group 1 & 2
What chemical properties are aluminium and group 1 & 2?
White or colourless compounds
What helps a reaction speed up a reaction without being used up?
A catalyst
What is required for rusting to happen?
Oxygen and water
How do we prevent rusting?
Remove oxygen or water
