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Explain catalytic activity of transition metals and their compounds.
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Transition metals (A-level only)
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Transition-metal characteristics (A-level only)
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Explain catalytic activity of transition metals and their compounds
- This point belongs to Transition metals (A-level only), especially Transition-metal characteristics (A-level only).
- You need to be able to explain catalytic activity of transition metals and their compounds.
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Quick student answer
Which of the following transition metals is known for its catalytic activity in the Haber process?
Direct answer
Iron (Fe) is the catalyst used in the Haber process for the synthesis of ammonia.
Key terms
- Catalyst: A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.
- Oxidation state: The charge of an atom in a compound, indicating the degree of oxidation or reduction.
Common trap
Confusing oxidation states with oxidation numbers: Remember that oxidation states refer to the actual charge of an atom in a compound, while oxidation numbers are a bookkeeping tool that may not reflect real charges.
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Open revision notesRelated learning objectives
- Define a transition metal as a d-block element forming at least one ion with an incomplete d subshell.
Transition-metal characteristics (A-level only)
- Explain variable oxidation states in transition metals.
Transition-metal characteristics (A-level only)
- Explain why transition-metal ions are often coloured.
Transition-metal characteristics (A-level only)
- Define ligand and coordinate bond.
Complex ions and ligand substitution (A-level only)
- Explain coordination number in complex ions.
Complex ions and ligand substitution (A-level only)