3.2.5
Transition Metals
Course revision notes and study resources.
Definition and Properties
Definition of transition metals, Cr and Cu configuration anomalies, why Sc and Zn are not transition metals, and characteristic properties.
→Complex Ions and Ligands
Monodentate, bidentate, and hexadentate ligands, coordination numbers, shapes of complexes, and cisplatin cancer treatment.
→Ligand Substitution Reactions
Reactions of aqua complexes with ammonia and chloride, the chelate effect and entropy, and carbon monoxide poisoning.
→Transition Metal Redox and Titrations
Homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, KMnO4 and Fe2+ redox titrations, and stoichiometry calculations.
→Exam Practice
MCQs and structured questions with AQA mark scheme answers.
→Flashcards
Review key definitions and concepts with interactive flashcards.