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Question
The catalytic behaviour of transition metals and their compounds is ascribed mainly due to ____________.
Options
their magnetic behaviour
their unfilled d orbitals
their ability to adopt variable oxidation states
their chemical reactivity
Solution
The catalytic behaviour of transition metals and their compounds is ascribed mainly due to their ability to adopt variable oxidation states.
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