Question

Explain the following observation : Most of the transition metal ions exhibit characteristic colour in aqueous solution.

Define an ideal solution.

State Henry’s law about partial pressure of a gas in a mixture.

Explain the following : (i) The enthalpies of atomization of transition metals are quite high. (ii) The transition metals and many of their compounds act as good catalysts.

Explain boiling point elevation constant for a solvent or ebullioscopic constant.

Write the structure of 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene.

How would you account for the following ? Many of the transition elements are known to form interstitial compounds.