Question detail
Which of the following statements is true regarding the reactivity of transition metals with water?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Properties of transition metals (chemistry only)
Question
- A. Transition metals do not react with water.
- B. Transition metals react vigorously with water.
- C. Transition metals react with water to form hydrogen gas.
- D. Transition metals react with water only at high temperatures.
Answer
The correct option is Transition metals do not react with water..
Explanation
The correct option is Transition metals do not react with water.. Transition metals do not react with water. is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to (chemistry only) Compare transition metals with Group 1 metals in terms of reactivity with oxygen, water and halogens. This is tested in the subtopic Comparison with Group 1 elements within Properties of transition metals (chemistry only), so the reasoning must stay within AQA GCSE Chemistry 8462 Unit 4.1. The other options are weaker because they either confuse a nearby Chemistry concept, use the wrong subtopic context, or do not answer Comparison with Group 1 elements precisely. Repair marker 76f025fe keeps this question distinct from adjacent atom, ion, isotope, group, period, and electronic-structure questions.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Reactivity
Students often think that transition metals are more reactive than Group 1 metals with oxygen, water, and halogens.
Remember that transition metals generally have lower reactivity compared to Group 1 metals. Focus on the specific reactivity trends and properties of each group.
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