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NEET UGChemistryModerateRe-NEET 2026

Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A: Generally, 3d-transition metals have high melting points.


Reason R: Involvement of 3d-electrons in addition to 4s-electrons in the interatomic metallic bonding.


In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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Sol. The melting points of 3d transition metals are generally high. This is attributed to the involvement of greater number of electrons from (n – 1) d in addition to the ns electrons in the interatomic metallic bonding.

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