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Question

Which of the following ions has the maximum number of unpaired d-electrons?

Options

A.Zn2+
B.Fe2+
C.Ni3+
D.Cu+

Solution

Zn2+     :     [Ar] 3d10 (0 unpaired electrons).
Fe2+     :     [Ar] 3d6 (4 unpaired electrons) maximum.
Ni3+     :     [Ar] 3d7 (3 unpaired electrons).
Cu+     :     [Ar] 3d10 (0 unpaired electrons).

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