The d-block elements are found in groups 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 of the periodic table; d-block elements are also known as the transition metals. The d orbital is filled with the electronic shell “n-1.” Properties of Transition Metals Group 3: Transition Metals Group 4: Transition Metals Group 5: Transition Metals Group 6: Transition Metals Group 7: Transition Metals Group 8: Transition Metals Group 9: Transition Metals Group 10: Transition Metals Group 11: Transition Metals Group 12: Transition Metals Properties of Transition Metals Group 3: Transition Metals Group 4: Transition Metals Group 5: Transition Metals Group 6: Transition Metals Group 7: Transition Metals Group 8: Transition Metals Group 9: Transition Metals Group 10: Transition Metals Group 11: Transition Metals Group 12: Transition Metals