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Why there are multiple valencies for elements like Ti, Sc, V, Cr, Mn, etc?

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The transition metals have there valence electrons in (n-1)d and ns orbitals. Since, there is very little energy difference between these orbitals, both energy levels can be used for bond formation. Thus, transition elements exhibit variable oxidation states.
Thus, they have multiple valencies.

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