The melting point of elements generally increases across the transition series up to the mid-3d block, and then starts to decrease. Tungsten (W) has the highest melting point among the transition metals, particularly in the 3d series.
- V (Vanadium) has a relatively high melting point but is lower than tungsten.
- Cr (Chromium) also has a high melting point, but tungsten's is higher.
- Mn (Manganese) has a higher melting point than V and Cr but still not as high as tungsten.
Thus, W (Tungsten) has the highest melting point in the 3d series.