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The melting point of `Zn` is lower as compared to those of the other elements of `3d` series because:
A. The orbitals are completely filled.
B. the d-orbitals are partially filled
C. d-electrons do not participate in metallic bonding
D. size of `Zn` atoms is smaller

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Strong metallic bonds between the atoms of transition elements attribute to their high melting and boiling points . Zinc has all electrons paired `([Ar] 3d^(10) 4s^(2))` and thus do not participate in metallic bonding . SO accordingly its melting point is least.

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