AP EAMCET · Chemistry · d and f Block Elements
Which of the following characteristics of the transition metals is associated with their catalytic activity?
- A Colour of hydrated ions
- B Diamagnetic behaviour
- C Paramagnetic behaviour
- D Variable oxidation states
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(D) Variable oxidation states
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Catalytic activity of transition elements is due to their variable oxidation states and to form complexes
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