D-And F-Block Elements Ques 424

Question: Which of the following have maximum number of unpaired electrons

[BHU 2005]

Options:

A) $Fe^{3+}$

B) $Fe^{2+}$

C) $Co^{2+}$

D) $Co^{3+}$

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

$Fe^{3+}$ $\rightarrow$ [Ar] $3d^6 4s^0$, number of unpaired electrons = 5

$Fe^{2+}$ $\rightarrow$ [Ar] $3d^6 4s^0$, number of unpaired electrons = 4

$Co^{2+}$ $\rightarrow$ [Ar] $3d^7 4s^0$, number of unpaired electrons = 3

$Co^{3+}$ $\rightarrow$ [Ar] $3d^6 4s^0,$ number of unpaired electrons = 4



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