Atomic Nucleus - Physical Chemistry

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Which atomic symbol represents a period five transition metal that has 42 electrons when it forms a cation?

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Transition metals extend from groups 3 through 12 and periods 4 through 7. Ru, in its neutral state, has 44 electrons. Therefore, when it becomes a cation, it will have 42 electrons.

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