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Transition elements
Explain the characteristics of transition metals, noting that they are metals with: (a) significant densities (b) elevated melting points (c) the ability to create colored compounds (d) a tendency to function as catalysts both in their elemental form and in compounds.
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- Explain the characteristics of transition metals, noting that they are metals with: (a) significant densities (b) elevated melting points (c) the ability to create colored compounds (d) a tendency to function as catalysts both in their elemental form and in compounds.
- Discuss the variable oxidation states of transition metal ions, specifically including iron in its +2 and +3 oxidation states.
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