Which one of the following oxides is expected to exhibit...

Which one of the following oxides is expected to exhibit paramagnetic behaviour?

Options

A $\mathrm{CO}_2$
B $\mathrm{SO}_2$
C $\mathrm{ClO}_2$
D $\mathrm{SiO}_2$

Correct answer

C. $\mathrm{ClO}_2$

Step-by-step solution

\mathrm{ClO}_2

shows paramagnetic character due to presence of unpaired electron in its structure. Which one of the following oxides is expected to exhibit paramagnetic behaviour?

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