MCQ
Which group elements are called transition metals?
  • A
    Group number $1$ to $2$
  • B
    Group number $13$ to $18$
  • Group number $3$ to $12$
  • D
    Group number $1$ to $8$

Answer

Correct option: C.
Group number $3$ to $12$
The elements occurring in the group $3$ to $12$ are named as transition metals because they are metallic elements that form a transition between the main group elements, which occur in groups $1$ and $2$ on the left side, and groups $13\ – 18$ on the right side of the periodic table.

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