MHT CET20249 May 2024Morning ShiftChemistryStructure of AtomActual
What is the number of electrons present in d-subshell if its atomic number is 27 and oxidation state is +2 ?
Options
- A8
- B7
- C6
- D5
Correct answer
B. 7
Step-by-step solution
The atomic number 27 and oxidation state of +2 is shown by Cobalt (Z=27) : [ Ar ] 3 ~d ^7 4 ~s ^2 . Hence, the number of electrons present in d- subshell is 7 .