Question

which of the following is a transition metal? answer: a: strontium b: silver c: sulfur d: samarium e: sodium

Explanation:

Transition metals are elements in the d - block of the periodic table. Strontium (\(Sr\)) is an alkaline earth metal (Group 2, s - block). Sulfur (\(S\)) is a non - metal. Samarium (\(Sm\)) is a lanthanide (f - block). Sodium (\(Na\)) is an alkali metal (Group 1, s - block). Silver (\(Ag\)) is in the d - block (Group 11) and is a transition metal.

Answer:

B. silver