Transition Metals and Their Complexes Quiz
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What happens to the complex formation tendency as the positive oxidation state of the metal ion increases?

  • It decreases.
  • It becomes unpredictable.
  • It remains constant.
  • It increases. (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a common structure found in complexes of first transition series elements?

  • Linear
  • Square planar
  • Tetrahedral
  • Cubic (correct)
  • Which orbitals are primarily involved in the bonding of metal complexes?

  • d, f and g type
  • s, p and d type (correct)
  • s, p and f type
  • p, d and h type
  • What type of magnetism is commonly observed in transition metal compounds?

    <p>Paramagnetism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the magnetic properties of substances according to the content provided?

    <p>Spin motion and orbital motion of electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result when two electrons in the same orbital have opposite spins?

    <p>Their magnetic moments cancel each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of substances will exhibit paramagnetism?

    <p>Substances with unpaired electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the total magnetic moment of a compound determined?

    <p>By the sum of the moments of all electrons present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the M: H ratio in the compound PdH?

    <p>1:0.6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which crystal lattice structure is NOT mentioned for the second transition series elements?

    <p>Simple cubic (sc)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property do the alloys formed by second transition series materials typically exhibit?

    <p>Higher corrosion resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element in the second transition series is known to have the next highest atomic radius after Y?

    <p>Cd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend is observed in the atomic radii of second transition series from Y to Rh?

    <p>They decrease and then increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a general characteristic of the second transition series elements?

    <p>They are all metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding second transition series alloys is incorrect?

    <p>They form easily compared to first transition series.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The increased screening effect of 4d electrons has what impact on atomic radii?

    <p>Decreases atomic radii after a certain point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the high melting and boiling points of the d-block elements?

    <p>They have the maximum number of unpaired d-electrons for bonding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the ionization energies of d-block elements compare to s- and p-block elements?

    <p>Between those of s- and p-block elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of compounds do d-block elements predominantly form?

    <p>Covalent compounds primarily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general trend of the standard reduction potential values for transition elements?

    <p>They are negative and lower than the standard hydrogen electrode.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following elements is the last in the first transition series?

    <p>Zinc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element starts the first transition series?

    <p>Scandium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of d-block metal ions affects their tendency to react?

    <p>Their high heats of vaporisation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are transition metals considered poor reducing agents?

    <p>They have high heats of vaporization and ionization energies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following oxidation states is the highest for the 3d-series elements?

    <p>+7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    [TcO4]- is known to be which type of oxidizing agent?

    <p>Very weak oxidizing agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the ionic radii comparison between 3d-series and 4d-series elements?

    <p>Ionic radii of 3d-series elements are smaller.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element has a stable +8 oxidation state?

    <p>RuO4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The magnetic behaviour of which series is more complex due to the predominance of orbital contribution?

    <p>4d-series</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the different magnetic behaviour between 3d and 4d elements?

    <p>Spread of 4d-orbitals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the complexes formed by heavier elements of the 4d-series?

    <p>Low-spin or inner orbital complexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ions has the smallest ionic radius?

    <p>Cr4+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the geometry of the octahedral coordination number for molybdenum in the +6 oxidation state?

    <p>Octahedral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following compounds represents molybdenum in the -2 oxidation state?

    <p>[Mo(CO)5]2-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the oxidation state and coordination number of technetium in the compound [TcF6]?

    <p>+6, 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which oxidation state does molybdenum exhibit a capped trigonal prismatic geometry?

    <p>+2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which geometry is associated with technetium in the +5 oxidation state?

    <p>Square pyramidal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the coordination number for molybdenum in the +3 oxidation state?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which compound corresponds to molybdenum in the +4 oxidation state?

    <p>[Mo(NCS)6]2-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What oxidation state does technetium have in the compound [Tc2(CO)10]?

    <p>0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process is responsible for the colors of ions and complexes of the second transition series elements?

    <p>Charge transfer processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the electronic spectra of the compounds of the second and third transition series less important?

    <p>d-d and charge transfer bands cannot be separated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which metals have the highest oxidizing power among the following?

    <p>Ru4+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of charge transfer transitions compared to d-d transitions?

    <p>Charge transfer transitions are Laporte and spin allowed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which transition type involves electron transfer between similar atoms?

    <p>Metal to metal transition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In 4d series oxo ions, what is the decreasing order of energy for ligand to metal charge transfer?

    <p>NbO43- &gt; MoO42- &gt; TcO4-</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the energy of charge transfer for 5d-series similar ions is true?

    <p>It increases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the intensity of color in a complex?

    <p>Charge transfer transitions in the visible range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Inorganic Chemistry-II

    • This course covers inorganic chemistry, specifically focusing on the chemistry of the elements in the third transition series (5d series), lanthanides (4f series), and actinides (5f series).
    • The course also covers coordination compounds, oxidation and reduction reactions.
    • It includes the study of properties of metallic elements, like their oxidation states and their variability, complex formation, magnetic behavior, and related periodic properties.

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    Test your knowledge on the properties, structures, and magnetism of transition metals and their complexes. Explore questions related to oxidation states, magnetic properties, and crystalline structures of first and second transition series elements. This quiz is perfect for chemistry students and enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of transition metal chemistry.

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