Among s-block metals and transition metals,
which are more metallic?

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Cannot be predicted

Transition metals

Both are equally metallic

s-block metals

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Transition metals are elements that have partially filled orbitals (d orbital). these elements have the properties like those s block and p block elements.

S block elements have only one or two unpaired electrons in their valence shell.

While transition metals have more unpaired electrons in the d orbital for bonding which increases the electron present in the crystal lattice.

The presence of unpaired electrons in the element leads to the formation of metal-metal covalent bonds along with the metallic bonds, thus increasing the metallic character.

Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.

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