Chapter 6.2, Problem 17LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given elements are to be identified as transition elements.

Concept Introduction :

The periodic table is a columnar structure that organizes different elements into groups based on how they behave. The elements in the periodic table of today are ordered according to the periodic law. The elements are organized in the modern periodic table in increasing order of their atomic number.

Answer to Problem 17LC

  $\text{Cu},\text{Cd},\text{Au},\text{Co}$

Explanation of Solution

Cu and Au belong to group 1B. Cd belongs to 2B and Co belongs to 8B. Thus, these are transition elements.

Among the given, $\text{Cu},\text{Cd},\text{Au},\text{Co}$ are transition elements.

Conclusion

Sr is an alkaline earth metal, and Al and Ge are representative elements.