Chemistryd-and-f-block-elements2024medium
Which of the following statements are correct about Zn,Cd and Hg ?
A. They exhibit high enthalpy of atomization as the d-subshell is full.
B. Zn and Cd do not show variable oxidation state while Hg shows +I and +II.
C. Compounds of Zn,Cd and Hg are paramagnetic in nature.
D. Zn,Cd and Hg are called soft metals.
Choose the most appropriate from the options given below: