Question
Chemistry Question on d block elements
Transition elements form a large number of coordination compounds because they have
A
small atomic size
B
high positive charge
C
small atomic size and high positive charge
D
large atomic size and high negative charge.
Answer
small atomic size and high positive charge
Explanation
Solution
Transition elements form a large number of complex compounds due to the comparatively smaller sizes of the metal ions; their high ionic charges and the availability of d-orbitals for bond formation.