1.3. Properties of Transition Metals

What are the typical properties of transition metals compared to Group 1 elements?

They are denser, stronger, harder, and have higher melting points.

What colors are the Fe2+ and Cu2+ ions?

Fe2+ ions are green and Cu2+ ions are blue.

What is an example of a catalyst used in the Haber process?

Iron is the catalyst used in the Haber process.

How do transition metals serve as catalysts?

They speed up the rate of reaction without being used up.

What ions does copper form?

Copper can form Cu+ and Cu2+ ions.

How do transition metals differ from Group 1 metals in terms of ion formation?

Transition metals can form more than one ion, while Group 1 metals do not.

Are transition metals typically more or less reactive than Group 1 metals?

Transition metals are much less reactive than Group 1 metals.

What is one property that still holds true for transition metals?

They are good conductors of heat and electricity.

Do Group 1 metals form colored compounds?

No, Group 1 metals do not form colored compounds.

What is an example of a nickel catalyst?

Nickel is a catalyst for the hydrogenation of alkenes.