# Copper and iron are both transition metals. Give four properties of transition metals that explain why these metals are widely used in construction and engineering.

> AQA GCSE Chemistry (8462) — 4.1.3 Properties of transition metals (Chem only) · Give · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Transition metals have high melting points (so they are suitable for high-temperature applications / maintain structural integrity under heat)
2. Transition metals are hard / strong
3. Transition metals are good conductors of heat (thermal conductors)
4. Transition metals are good conductors of electricity

## Key terms

- [transition metals](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/transition-metals)

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