In transition elements, the oxidation state can vary from +1 to the highest oxidation state by the removal of all their valence electrons. Along with that. in transition elements, the oxidation states differ by 1 (Fe2+ and Fe3+; Cu+ and Cu2+). In non-transition elements, the difference in oxidation states is 2 such as, +2 and +4 or +3 and +5, etc.
How is the variability in oxidation states of transition metals different from that of the non transition metals? Illustrate with examples.
How is the variability in oxidation states of transition metals different from that of the non transition metals? Illustrate with examples.