Post-transition metal

category of metallic elements
Post-transition metals
Group #1213141516
Period
313
Al
430
Zn
31
Ga
548
Cd
49
In
50
Sn
680
Hg
81
Tl
82
Pb
83
Bi
84
Po
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The post-transition metals, also known as the poor metals, is a group of metals on the periodic table. They are to the right of the transition metals. The Group 12 elements are sometimes included. Sometimes germanium and antimony are included, although they are normally considered metalloids. They normally have higher electronegativities than the transition metals. Their melting points are lower, too. They are generally softer than other metals. They include lead, tin and other softer metals.

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