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What name is given to the elements in Groups 3 through 12? How do their properties tend to compare with the elements to the left and right of these groups?

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The 38 elements in groups 3 through 12 of the periodic table are called "transition metals." As with all metals, the transition elements are both ductile and malleable, and conduct electricity and heat. Their valence electrons are present in more than one shell.

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Transition metals is your answer
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