A first-row transition metal with highest enthalpy of atomization, upon reaction with oxygen at high temperature forms oxides of formula \( {M_2O_n} \) (where \( n = 3, 4, 5 \)). The ‘spin-only’ magnetic moment value of the amphoteric oxide from the above oxide is ______ \( \text{BM} \).
(Given atomic number: \( \text{Sc}: 21, \text{Ti}: 22, \text{V}: 23, \text{Cr}: 24, \text{Mn}: 25, \text{Fe}: 26, \text{Co}: 27, \text{Ni}: 28, \text{Cu}: 29, \text{Zn}: 30 \))
Which of the following statements are correct about Zn, Cd and Hg?
A. They exhibit high enthalpy of atomization as the d-subshell is full.
B. Zn and Cd do not show variable oxidation state while Hg shows +I and +II.
C. Compounds of Zn, Cd and Hg are paramagnetic in nature.
D. Zn, Cd and Hg are called soft metals.
Choose the most appropriate from the options given below:
