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प्रश्न
How are the elements with variable valency named? Explain with an example.
उत्तर
If an element exhibits two different positive valencies, then
- for the lower valency, use the suffix -OUS at the end of the name of the metal
- for the higher valency, use the suffix -IC at the end of the name of the metal.
Example:
|
Element |
Lower valency |
Higher valency |
|
Ferrum (Iron) |
Ferrous (Fe2+) |
Ferric (Fe3+) |
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| (b) Sodium | (2) Zn |
| (c) Calcium | (3) Pb |
| (d) Magnesium | (4) Hg |
| (e) Zinc | (5) Cu |
| (f) Aluminum | (6) Au |
| (g) Iron | (7) K |
| (h) Lead | (8) Fe |
| (i) Copper | (9) Al |
| (j) Mercury | (10) Na |
| (k) Silver | (11) Mg |
| (l) Platinum | (12) Pt |
| (m) Gold | (13) Ag |
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