D-And F-Block Elements Ques 339

Question: The highest magnetic moment is shown by the transition metal ion with the outer electronic configuration

[MP PET 1993; MP PMT 1995; RPMT 1999]

Options:

A) $ 3d^{2} $

B) $ 3d^{5} $

C) $ 3d^{7} $

D) $ 3d^{9} $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

$ 3d^{5} $ as this configuration corresponds to maximum number of unpaired electrons.



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