d - block and f - block Elements
The transition elements have
Give reason for: Transition metals have high enthalpies for atomisation.
Because of large number of unpaired electrons in their atoms, the transition metals have strong interatomic interactions and hence stronger bonding between atoms, resulting in higher enthalpies of atomisation.
The transition elements have
Why first ionization enthalpy of $$Cr$$ is less than that of $$Zn$$?
Ionization enthalpies of $$Ce, Pr $$ and $$Nd$$ are higher than $$Th, Pa$$ and $$U$$. Why?
Give reason: The $$E^{\circ}$$ value for the $$Mn^{3+}|Mn^{2+}$$ couple is much more positive than that for $$Cr^{3+}|Cr^{2+}$$ couple or $$Fe^{3+}|Fe^{2+}$$ couple.
Give reason: The enthalpies of atomisation of transition elements are high.
Explain: The enthalpies of atomisation of transition metals are quite high.
The elements of 3d transition series are given as: $$Sc$$ $$Ti$$ $$V$$ $$Cr$$ $$Mn$$ $$Fe$$ $$Co$$ $$Ni$$ $$Cu$$ $$Zn$$ Copper has exceptionally positive $$E_{M^{2+}/M}^{\circ}$$ value. Why?
Account for: $$E^{\circ}_{M^{2+}/M}$$ values for transition metals show irregular variation.
Which of the following has second ionisation potential less than expected?
Ionisation potential values of d-block elements as compared to ionization potential value of f-block elements are