Transition elements are more metallic than representative elements ($s-$ and $p-$ block elements) due to

  • A
    availability of $d-$ orbitals for bonding
  • B
    variable oxidation states are not shown by transition elements
  • C
    all electrons are paired in $d-$ orbitals
  • D
    $f-$ orbitals are available for bonding

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