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d- and f-Block Elements — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 12 · Chemistry

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d- and f-Block Elements — Complete Concept Map

d- and f-Block Elements — Complete Concept Map

The map in words

  • root（（d- and f-Block
  • Elements））
    • d-Block Transition Elements
      • Definition incomplete d-orbital
      • Exceptions Zn Cd Hg not TM
      • Configurations
        • Cr [Ar]3d5 4s1
        • Cu [Ar]3d10 4s1
      • Atomic Radii
        • Decreases across series
        • Lanthanoid contraction effect
    • Properties
      • Multiple Oxidation States
        • Mn +2 to +7
        • Fe +2 +3
      • Magnetic Properties
        • mu = sqrt n times n+2
        • Paramagnetic vs Diamagnetic
      • Coloured Compounds
        • d-d transitions
        • Cu2+ blue Fe3+ yellow
      • Catalytic Properties
        • Fe Haber process
        • V2O5 Contact process
      • Alloy Formation
        • Similar atomic radii
        • Steel brass bronze
      • Interstitial Compounds
        • H B C N in voids
        • Increased hardness
      • Complex Formation
        • d-orbital lone pair acceptance
    • f-Block Elements
      • Lanthanoids Ce to Lu 4f
        • All +3 OS
        • Lanthanoid contraction
      • Actinoids Th to Lr 5f
        • All radioactive
        • Wide OS range
    • Key Compounds
      • KMnO4 strong oxidant
        • Acidic Mn2+ colourless
        • Neutral MnO2 brown
        • Alkaline MnO42- green
      • K2Cr2O7 orange crystals
        • Acidic Cr3+ green
        • Alkaline CrO42- yellow

Electronic Configuration Exceptions in 3d Series

Electronic Configuration Exceptions in 3d Series

The map in words

  • Expected: fill 3d then 4s
    • Which element?
      • Cr Z=24: C
        • E
          • G
      • Cu Z=29: D
        • F
  • Actual
  • extra
  • maximum
  • d

Is an Element a True Transition Metal?

Is an Element a True Transition Metal?

The map in words

  • A
  • Groups
    • B
      • Yes: C
        • E
      • No: D
        • No: F
          • G
  • have
  • element
  • examples
  • Cd2
  • Hg2

d- and f-Block Elements

d- and f-Block Elements

The map in words

  • d- and f-Block Elements
    • d-Block Elements
    • f-Block Elements
    • Electronic Configuration
    • Exceptional Configurations of Cr and Cu
    • Why Zn, Cd and Hg Are Not True Transition Elements
    • Lanthanoid Series
    • Actinoid Series
    • Periodic Trends in d-Block

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in d- and f-Block Elements for ICSE Class 12 Chemistry?
Key topics in d- and f-Block Elements include Position, Definition, and Classification, Electronic Configuration and Exceptional Cases, Atomic Size, Ionic Size, Density, and Metallic Nature, Ionisation Enthalpy, Oxidation States, and Electrode Potentials. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
What do the concept maps for d- and f-Block Elements show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in d- and f-Block Elements connect: d- and f-Block Elements — Complete Concept Map; Electronic Configuration Exceptions in 3d Series. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise d- and f-Block Elements for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 60 practice questions on d- and f-Block Elements. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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