Question
Are there an similarities between transition and inner transition metals?

Answer

There are some properties similarity between transition and inner transition metals.
  • They are placed between s and p-block elements.
  • They are metals with filling of inner suhshells in their electronic configuration.
  • They show variable oxidation slates.
  • They show magnetism.
  • They form coloured compounds.
  • They have catalytic property.

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