The d-And-f-Block Elements
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In the series Sc (Z = 21) to Zn(Z = 30), the enthalpy of atomisation of zinc is the lowest i.e., 26, kJ mol. Why?

The extent of metallic bonding an element undergoes deideds the enthalpy of atomization the more extensive the metallic bonding of an element the more will be its enthalpy of atomization.

Sc & Zn belongs to 3rd group of periodic table. In all transition metals (except Zn, electronic configuration: 3d10 4s2), there are some unpaired electrons that account for their stronger metallic bonding. Due to the absence of these unpaired electrons, the inter-atomic electronic bonding is the weakest in Zn and as a result, it has the least enthalpy of atomization.
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