Transition metals

Question 1

Transition metals examples

Answer 1

chromium, magneses, iron, cobalt, nickel, copper

Question 2

Physical properties of transition metals

Answer 2

high melting point, high density, hard, strong

Question 3

Chemical properties of transition metals

Answer 3

low reactivity

Question 4

Other properties of transition metals

Answer 4

form more than one ion, many form coloured compounds, are used as catalysts

Question 5

Comparing transition metals to alkali metals

Answer 5

transition metals are harder, stronger (cannot be cut with a knife), more dense, high melting points, less reactive and keep their lustre (shiny)