MHT CET20228 Aug 2022Morning ShiftChemistryd and f Block ElementsActual
Which among the following elements in their respective oxidation states develops lowest spin only magnetic moment? (Atomic number Cu =29, Fe =26, Ni =28, Co =27 )
Options
- ACo ²⁺
- BCu ²⁺
- CFe ²⁺
- DNi ²⁺
Correct answer
B. Cu ²⁺
Step-by-step solution
Cu ⁺² due to greater charge has more tendency to show low spin only magnetic moment.