transition elements.

Question 1

where are the transitional metals found in the periodic table?

Answer 1

in the middle between groups 2 and 3.

Question 2

what do they form?

Answer 2

coloured compounds.

Question 3

what is different with their ions?

Answer 3

have different charges.

Question 4

what can they be used for?

Answer 4

catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

Question 5

what are the properties of these elements?

Answer 5

good conductors of heat and electricity.
easily bent or hammered into shape.