RE-NEET 2026 Chemistry Transition Metals Assertion Reason Question
Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: Generally, 3d transition metals have high melting points. Reason R: Involvement of 3d-electrons in addition to 4s-electrons in the interatomic metallic bonding.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Both A and R are correct and R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
A is correct but R is not correct.
A is not correct but R is correct.
Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The high melting points of 3d transition metals are due to the involvement of both 3d and 4s electrons in metallic bonding.
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