Which of the following statements are correct about Zn, Cd and Hg? (A) They exhibit high…

Chemistry · JEE Main · NTA Examsd- and f-Block Elements

Which of the following statements are correct about Zn, Cd and Hg?
 (A) They exhibit high enthalpy of atomization as the d-subshell is full.
 (B) Zn and Cd do not show variable oxidation state while Hg shows +I and + II.
 (C) Compounds of Zn, Cd and Hg are paramagnetic in nature.
 (D) Zn, Cd and Hg are called soft metals.
 Choose the most appropriate from the options given below:  (Jee Main 2024)
  1. B, D only
  2. B, C only
  3. A, D only
  4. C, D only

Answer

(A) B, D only

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