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Classic chemistry experiments: properties of the transition metals and their compounds

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Extend your students’ knowledge of the Periodic Table by examining the transition metals and their compounds

The periodic table allows chemists to see similarities and trends in the properties of chemical elements. This experiment illustrates some properties of the common transition elements and their compounds.

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This practical is part of our Classic chemistry experiments collection.

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