Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321809246
ISBN 13: 978-0-32180-924-7

Chapter 24 - Sections 24.1-24.6 - Exercises - Review Questions - Page 1124: 3

Answer

The +2 oxidation state is common because most of the transition metals have two electrons (which are lost first by the metal) occupying the ns orbitals.

Work Step by Step

The +2 oxidation state is common because most of the transition metals have two electrons (which are lost first by the metal) occupying the ns orbitals.
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