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The melting point of Zn is lower as compared to those of the other elements of 3d series because :
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Strong metallic bonds between the atoms of transition elements attribute to their high melting and boiling points. Zinc has all electrons paired ([Ar] 3d10 4s2) and thus do not participate in metallic bonding. So accordingly its melting point is least.
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