Question
Chemistry Question on properties of d block elements
The catalytic activity of the transition metals and their compounds is ascribed to:
A
their chemical reactivity
B
their magnetic behaviour
C
their unfilled d-orbitals
D
their ability to adopt multiple oxidation states and their complexing ability
Answer
their ability to adopt multiple oxidation states and their complexing ability
Explanation
Solution
The catalytic activity of the transition metals and their compounds is ascribed to their ability to adopt multiples oxidation states and their complexing ability.