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 $\mathrm{Zn}, \mathrm{Cd}$ and Hg are paramagnetic in nature.
D. $\mathrm{Zn}, \mathrm{Cd}$ and Hg are called soft metals.
Choose the most appropriate from the options given below:
Select the correct option:
A
B, D only
B
B, C only
C
A, D only
D
C, D only
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Solution
(A) Zn,Cd,Hg exhibit lowest enthalpy of atomization in respective transition series.
(C) Compounds of Zn,Cd and Hg are diamagnetic in nature
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