Manipal MET2018ChemistryStructure of Atom
Which of the following ions has the highest magnetic moment?
Options
- AZn ²⁺
- BTi ³⁺
- CSc ³⁺
- DMn ²⁺
Correct answer
D. Mn ²⁺
Step-by-step solution
= n(n+2) where, n= no. of unpaired electrons. Hence, the ion which has the maximum number of unpaired electron, will show the highest magnetic moment. Mn ²⁺ has maximum 5 unpaired electrons, hence it shows the highest magnetic moment.