Ques. 1JEE Main 2024, 27 January (Morning Shift)
Which of the following electronic configuration would be associated with the highest magnetic moment?
- [Ar]3d7
- [Ar]3d8
- [Ar]3d3
- [Ar]3d6
Answer
(4) [Ar]3d6
Solution
= n(n+2) BM, n = number of unpaired electrons (Hund's rule):
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∵ 3d6 has the most unpaired electrons (4) ⇒ highest μ
Answer: (4)