Chemical Bonding And Molecular Structure Question 321
Question: Which one of the following oxides is expected exhibit paramagnetic behaviour [CBSE PMT 2005]
Options:
A) $ CO_2 $
B) $ SO_2 $
C) $ ClO_2 $
D) $ SiO_2 $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Due to unpaired $ {e^{-}} $
$ ClO_2 $ is paramagnetic.