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How is the variability in oxidation states of transition metals different from that of the non‐ transition metals? Illustrate with examples. |
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Answer» The transition elements use its (n‐1)d, ns and np orbital and the successive oxidation states differ by unity. For example, Mn shows all the oxidation states from +2 to +7. On other hand non transition elements use its ns, np and nd orbitals and the successive oxidation states differ by two units e.g. Sn2+, Sn4+ etc. |
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