Choose the INCORRECT Statement About the Transition Elements

question 66

Multiple Choice

Choose the INCORRECT statement about the transition elements.

• A)The atomic radii increases to the right across the periodic table.
• B)The first ionization energy is about the same as the Group 2 (IIA)elements.
• C)The lanthanide contraction is responsible for the second and third series of transition elements being very similar in atomic radii.
• D)The lanthanide contraction is due to the f electrons not screening as well as other electrons.
• E)The electron configuration of cobalt and copper are anomalous.

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