d-d transitions in transition metals gives?
Correct answer: B. Characteristic color
- A. Crystalline structure
- B. Characteristic color
- C. Hardness
- D. Higher reactivity
Explanation
As we discussed earlier, the color of transition metal compounds is directly related to d-d transitions.When light interacts with a transition metal ion, electrons in the d-orbitals absorb specific wavelengths of light, causing the excitation of electrons to higher energy levels. This absorption process is responsible for the characteristic colors we observe in transition metal compounds.
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Transition elements are identified by their partially filled d subshells in atoms or common ions. The topic covers the electronic structure of d-block elements, including the filling order of 4s and 3d orbitals, variable oxidation states and the distinction between transition elements and elements with completely filled d subshells.
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