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Published on: August 11, 2026
Which from following statements regarding transition elements is not correct?
A
These exhibit properties between ' 
' and ' 
' block elements.
' and ' ' block elements.
B
These form cations with incomplete 
-subshell.
-subshell.
C
series consists of all elements from lanthanum to mercury of periodic table.
D
These are arranged in four different ' 
" series.
" series.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
: 
series consists of all elements from lanthanum (La) to mercury 
except the elements of lanthanide series (Ce to 
).
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