AP EAMCET2004Chemistryd and f Block Elements
Which of the following pairs of ions are colourless?
Options
- ATi ³⁺, Cu ²⁺
- BSc ³⁺, Zn ²⁺
- CCo ²⁺, Fe ³⁺
- DNi ²⁺, V ³⁺
Correct answer
B. Sc ³⁺, Zn ²⁺
Step-by-step solution
Sc ³⁺=[ Ar ] 3 d^0, Zn ²⁺=[ Ar ] 3 s¹⁰ Both of these ions have no unpaired electron, hence these are colourless.