Transition Metals Flashcards
1
Q
What groups are transition metals between?
A
2
Q
What are transition metals used for?
A
Everyday living
- jewellery
- pipes
- saucepans
3
Q
What similar physical properties do transition metals have?
A
-High melting and boiling points
-they’re hard and strong
-high densities
-conduct heat and electricity
4
Q
What are the chemical properties of transition metals?
A
They react slowly with water
5
Q
Why would transition metals be used in fireworks, paints, dyes?
A
They’re very coloured
6
Q
What is the reactiveness of the transition metals?
A
They’re less reactive than group 1
They need lots of heat to start a reaction and they react slowly with water
