Which one of the following ions exhibits d-d transition and paramagnetism as well?
- CrO42-
- Cr2O72-
- MnO4-
- MnO42-
Answer
(4) MnO42-
Solution
d–d transition and paramagnetism both need at least one unpaired d electron.
CrO42-: Cr is +6 ⇒ 3d0 ⇒ no d–d transition, diamagnetic.
Cr2O72-: Cr is +6 ⇒ 3d0 ⇒ diamagnetic.
MnO4-: Mn is +7 ⇒ 3d0 ⇒ diamagnetic (its colour is due to charge transfer).
MnO42-: Mn is +6 ⇒ 3d1 ⇒ one unpaired electron.
MnO42- shows d–d transition and is paramagnetic.
Answer: (4)