MCQ
$Zn$ and $Cd$ metals do not show variable valency because
  • A
    they have only two electrons in the outermost subshells
  • their $d-$ subshells are completely filled
  • C
    their $d-$ subshells are partially filled
  • D
    they are relatively soft metals

Answer

Correct option: B.
their $d-$ subshells are completely filled
b
we can conclude that zinc and mercury do not show variable valency like dblock elements because their $d-$shells are complete and They have only two electrons in the outermost subshells

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