1.3 Properties of transition metals Flashcards
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1
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Transition metal properties compared to group 1 metals
A
- Harder and stronger
- Denser
- High MP
- Less reactive (with oxygen, water and halogens)
2
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Typical properties of transition metals
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- Form ions with different charges.
- Produce different coloured compounds.
- Useful as catalysts.