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CHEMISTRY

JAMB 2004 - Question 38

Chemistry 2004 JAMB Past Questions - Question 38: transition metals possess variable oxidation states because they have

Choose the correct answers from the options given.

transition metals possess variable oxidation states because they have

A: electrons in the d orbitals

B: electrons in the s orbitals

C: a variable number of electrons in the p orbitals

D: partially filled p orbitals

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Explanation

Transition metals possess variable oxidation states because they have electrons in the d orbitals. The d orbitals in transition metals can accommodate varying numbers of electrons, allowing these elements to exhibit multiple oxidation states. This flexibility arises from the fact that electrons in the d orbitals can be easily lost or gained during chemical reactions, leading to different oxidation states for transition metal compounds.