Transition metals can form colored compounds because:

A They are radioactive

B d-d electron transitions absorb specific wavelengths of visible light

C They are magnetic

D They have no electrons

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Crystal field splitting: d electrons absorb light matching energy gap between split d orbitals, transmitting complementary colors.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Transition metals can form colored compounds because:" is Option B: d-d electron transitions absorb specific wavelengths of visible light.

The other options — A) They are radioactive, C) They are magnetic, D) They have no electrons — are incorrect for this DAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: Crystal field splitting: d electrons absorb light matching energy gap between split d orbitals, transmitting complementary colors.

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Transition metals can form colored compounds because:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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