MEDIUMMCQ SINGLEJEE Mains ChemistryInorganic ChemistryMetallurgyOccurrence of Elements in Nature
An element whose electronic configuration is 4s13d10. The possibility of element is
A.A metal✓ Correct
B.A non-metal
C.Element of 10th gp
D.Liquid at 2981ºC
Explanation
The elements with a d-orbital are transitions elements. The elements are generally called transition metals as they are placed between metals and the non-metals. The given metal lies in the 3d-transition series. Therefore, the correct answer is option (a) a metal.
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