D And F Block Elements

Which of the following statements are correct about \(\mathrm{Zn}, \mathrm{Cd}\) and \(\mathrm{Hg}\) ?

A. They exhibit high enthalpy of atomization as the d-subshell is full.

B. \(\mathrm{Zn}\) and \(\mathrm{Cd}\) do not show variable oxidation state while \(\mathrm{Hg}\) shows \(+\mathrm{I}\) and \(+\mathrm{II}\).

C. Compounds of \(\mathrm{Zn}, \mathrm{Cd}\) and \(\mathrm{Hg}\) are paramagnetic in nature.

D. \(\mathrm{Zn}, \mathrm{Cd}\) and \(\mathrm{Hg}\) are called soft metals.

Choose the most appropriate from the options given below: