what is variable valency ?

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Some elements differ in their capacity to combine with other elements depending on the nature of the reaction; this property is calledvariable valency. For example, the iron in ferrous oxide exhibits a valency of +2, whereas in ferric oxide, it has avalency of +3

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What is variable valency ? Give two examples of elements showing variable valency.

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(a) Explain the terms 'valency' and 'variable valency'.

(b) How are the elements with variable valency named ? Explain with an example.

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