Mention the type of compounds formed when small atoms like H, C and N get trapped inside the crystal lattice of transition metals. Also give physical and chemical characteristics of these compounds.

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Interstitial compounds.

Characteristic properties :

(i) High melting points, higher than those of pure metals.

(ii) Very hard.

(iii) Retain metallic conductivity.

(iv) Chemically inert.

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