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Question
What is variable valency ? Give two examples of elements showing variable valency.
Solution
Certain elements exhibit more than one valency, that means they show variable valency.
Ferrous is written as Iron (II) and Ferric is written as Iron (III).
| Metal | Radicals | Valency |
| Iron | Ferrous [Iron (II)] Ferric [Iron (III)] |
2 3 |
| Copper | Cuprous [Copper (I)] Cupric [Copper (II)] |
1 2 |
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