Only the Group 1B transition elements form simple compounds in which the oxidation state of the metal

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Only the Group 1B transition elements form simple compounds in which the oxidation state of the metal is +1.

For all of the other transition elements, the lowest positive oxidation state is +2. What common feature in the electron configuration of the transition elements contributes to this fact?

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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