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transition metals??

why are transition metals able to display variable oxidation states?

2007-05-19 19:34:18 · 2 answers · asked by ocean_irq 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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since the d orbitals are not fully filled they can lose a wider range of electrons and form ions

2007-05-20 11:43:26 · answer #1 · answered by andreicnx 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

They have unfilled d orbitals.

2007-05-19 19:38:41 · answer #2 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

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