Transition Metals

Transition Metals

The transition metals are elements unfilled inner electron orbitals. A transition metal has a metallic lustre and can conduct electricity well. Transition families are named according to the element at the top of the family; for example, family 8 is called the iron family. Some common transition metals are iron, nickel, and silver. The transition metals are important in manufacturing many metallic products, such as steel, wiring, and pipes. [LM] {CI}