Describe the characteristic properties of $d$ and $f$ block elements.

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(i) All of them are metals,
(ii) All of them are solids except Hg.
(iii) They show variable oxidation state (valency),
(iv) They are good conductor of heat and electricity,
(v) Most of them are malleable and ductile,
(vi) They form alloys,
(vii) They form coloured ions.

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