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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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  • A. 2B
  • B. 3B
  • C. 1B
  • D. Both A and B

Explanation: Non-typical transition elements belong to groups 2B and 3B.Group 2B consists of the zinc group elements, which include zinc (Zn), cadmium…

Correct answer: Both A and B
  • A. 3 sets
  • B. 4 sets
  • C. 5 sets
  • D. 2 sets

Explanation: When d-orbitals are involved in bonding, they split into two sets of energy levels, one set has higher energy than the other.

Correct answer: 2 sets
  • A. Coordinate covalent
  • B. Ionic
  • C. Metallic
  • D. Covalent

Explanation: A coordination complex is the product of a Lewis acid-base reaction in which neutral molecules or anions (called ligands) bond to a…

Correct answer: Coordinate covalent
  • A. All
  • B. +3
  • C. +2
  • D. +4

Explanation: Elements with d orbitals usually exhibit oxidation states ranging from +2 to +7.

Correct answer: All
  • A. +7, +6, +2, +4
  • B. +6, +7, +2, +4
  • C. +7, +6, +4, +2
  • D. +4, +6, +7, +2

Explanation: In KMnO4, we know that oxygen has a -2 oxidation state, and potassium has a +1 oxidation state.

Correct answer: +7, +6, +4, +2
  • A. Sc and Zn
  • B. Cu and Sc
  • C. Zn and Cu
  • D. Cu and Cr

Explanation: Both Cu and Cr show abnormal electronic configurations.Cu (Copper) has the electronic configuration of [Ar] 3d10 4s1 instead of [Ar] 3d9…

Correct answer: Cu and Cr
  • A. Chelates are usually more stable than ordinary complexes
  • B. Ordinary complexes are more stable than chelates
  • C. Monodentate ligands form the chelates complexes
  • D. Chelates have no ring structures

Explanation: Chelate ligands can form a ring with central metal. Therefore it can regulate electrons within a ring.

Correct answer: Chelates are usually more stable than ordinary complexes
  • A. A
  • B. B
  • C. C
  • D. D

Explanation: The electronic configuration Mn is [Ar] 3d5 4s2. Option A is the only option that depicts this electronic configuration.

Correct answer: A
  • A. Cast Iron > Wrought Iron > Steel
  • B. Wrought Iron > Steel > Cast Iron
  • C. Cast Iron > Steel > Wrought Iron
  • D. Cast Iron < Steel > Wrought Iron

Explanation: Wrought iron is an iron alloy with a very low carbon content (less than 0.08%). Typically there is less than 0.40% carbon in most steels.

Correct answer: Cast Iron > Steel > Wrought Iron
  • A. +2
  • B. +3
  • C. -6
  • D. -3

Explanation: K has a +1 charge, so K3 is +3. CN has a -1 charge, so (CN)6 is -6. So, +3 + -6 + x = 0 -3 + x = 0 x = +3 So, the oxidation state of 'Fe'…

Correct answer: +3
  • A. Color of ions of these metals
  • B. Variable oxidation states of metals
  • C. Stability associated with this configuration
  • D. Complex formation tendency of metals

Explanation: Two types of electronic configurations are the most stable 1-Completely filled 2: Completely and Partially filled Example: for P subshell…

Correct answer: Stability associated with this configuration
  • A. Copper
  • B. Cobalt
  • C. Zinc
  • D. Ni

Explanation: For remembering 3D series, we have a mnemonic

Correct answer: Ni
  • A. Zinc
  • B. Chromium
  • C. Vanadium
  • D. Manganese

Explanation: Common oxidation states of manganese are +2, +3, +4, +6, and +7, although all oxidation states from −3 to +7 have been observed.

Correct answer: Manganese
  • A. 4
  • B. 7
  • C. 6
  • D. 5

Explanation: In the given complex six cyanide ligands are bonded to the central atom, iron.

Correct answer: 6
  • A. CH3COO−
  • B. (CH2)2(NH2)2
  • C. SCN−
  • D. NO2−

Explanation: A chelating ligand is a ligand that is mostly attached to a central metal ion by bonds that are from two or more donor atoms.

Correct answer: (CH2)2(NH2)2
  • A. KMnO4
  • B. MnO2
  • C. MnCl2
  • D. Mn2(SO4)3

Explanation: The reducing power is the ability to give electrons and reduce others. The compound having maximum oxidation number will have the zero…

Correct answer: KMnO4
  • A. Lead
  • B. Iron
  • C. Copper
  • D. Chromium

Explanation: Fe 2+ and Fe3+ ions are used as catalysts in this reaction since both the reactants are negatively charged, they repel each other, leading…

Correct answer: Iron
  • A. -2
  • B. 6
  • C. 4
  • D. None

Explanation: In [Co(en)2 Cl2] No. of monodentate ligand (Cl) =2 No. of bidentate ligand,(Ethylene diamine) =2 ∴ Co-ordination no. of the metal =2+2×2=6

Correct answer: 6
  • A. Sc
  • B. Mn
  • C. V
  • D. Ti

Explanation: The acidic strength of oxides of different elements will depend on the tendency of oxygen atoms to accept electrons.

Correct answer: Mn
  • A. Didentate
  • B. Tridentate
  • C. Tetradentate
  • D. Hexadentate

Explanation: Ethylenediamine diacetate is a chemical compound with tetradentate coordination properties, not bidentate.

Correct answer: Tetradentate