KCET2013Chemistryd and f Block Elements
Which one of the following shows highest magnetic moment?
Options
- AFe ²⁺
- BCo ²⁺
- CCr ³⁺
- DNi ²⁺
Correct answer
A. Fe ²⁺
Step-by-step solution
The paramagnetism or magnetic moment produced due to spin of electrons or unpaired electrons is expressed in terms of Bohr magneton (BM) or _ B and given by Magnetic moment ( )= [n(n+2)] BM where n is the number of unpaired electrons, in species. Thus, greater is the number of unpaired electrons in an ion greater is its paramagnetic nature. As Fe ²⁺ ion has maximum number of unpaired electrons, thus it has highest magnetic moment.