Properties of the Transition Metals

The transition metals are found between groups __ and __ on the periodic table.

• 1 and 2

• 2 and 3

• 3 and 4

• 4 and 5

Select the transition metals.

• Copper

• Potassium

• Iron

• Gold

• Calcium

The transition metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.

• True

• False

In general the transition metals are strong, dense, shiny solids.

• True

• False

Transition metals are ____ reactive than the alkali metals.

In general, transition metals have ______ melting points than the alkali metals.

Compounds containing transition metals are all similar in colour.

• True

• False

Transition metals can be used to speed up the rate of reaction, but don't get used up in a reaction. They are called _________.

The table shows information about two metals. One metal is cobalt and the other is potassium. Suggest which metal is cobalt.

Metal X: Reacts vigorously with oxygen to form a white compound.

Metal Y: Reacts slowly with oxygen to form a red compound.

Metal Z: Reacts slowly with oxygen to form a white compound.

Which metal is most likely to be a transition metal?