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Do different colours prove different ion charges?

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Two compounds of iron have different colours. Chemical analysis also shows that the iron ions in them have different charges. Explain how these findings are typical of a transition element.

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4.1.3.2 Typical properties of transition elements

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AQA specification 4.1.3.2 Typical properties of transition elements GOV.UK Key Stage 4 science programme

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