Question

why transition elements are called as transition elements

Answer 1

The elements in groups 1B through 8B (also known as 3 through 12) are called the transition metals. Sometimes this block ofelements are referred to as the d block. They are called d blockelements because the electrons being added in this block ofelements are being added to the d orbitals.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

(i) Elements present in groups 3 to 12 in the middle

of the periodic table are called transition elements.

(ii) Their last two outermost shells are incomplete.

(iii) They belong to d-block of Modern Periodic table.

(iv) All these elements are solid metals at room

temperature (except Mercury and Gallium).