MCQ
All the following statements about the transitional elements are true except that
  • A
    All of the transitional elements are predominantly metallic
  • B
    In aqueous solution many of their simple ions are coloured
  • C
    Most of the transitional elements show pronounced catalytic activity
  • Most of the transitional elements show only one valence state

Answer

Correct option: D.
Most of the transitional elements show only one valence state
d
Most of the transitional elements show variable oxidation states.

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