Which of the following is not true for transition elements? | CGP Edu

Chemistry D and F - Block Elements General Properties of the Transition Elements Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 11, 2026

Which of the following is not true for transition elements?

A

Elements are malleable and ductile.

B

They have high boiling and melting points.

C

They crystallize with body centred cubic and hexagonal close packed structures only

D

They show variable oxidation states although not always.

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Many elements also crystallise in ccp and , and have different lattice packing than and .

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