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Which of the following properties of transition metals enables them to behave as catalysts?
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Catalytic behavior of transition metals is due to their ability to change oxidation states.
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High melting point
High ionisation enthalpy
Alloy formation
Variable oxidation states
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Transition metals' variable oxidation states enable them to form intermediate compounds in catalytic reactions, thus promoting efficient reactant-to-product conversion.
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