NEET Chemistry · Medium

The d- and f-Block Elements: Hardness MCQ

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HardnessMediumQuestion 46018

Question

Transition metals generally have high enthalpy of atomization due to:

  1. A
    strong metallic bonding from many unpaired electrons
    Correct
  2. B
    hydrogen bonds
  3. C
    low nuclear charge
  4. D
    absence of d electrons

Correct answer

strong metallic bonding from many unpaired electrons

Explanation

This contributes to hardness and high melting points.