AIIMS2019Chemistry-Magnetism

AIIMS 2019 Chemistry Ferromagnetism MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Assertion: S2O72\text{S}_2\text{O}_7^{2-} & Cr2O72\text{Cr}_2\text{O}_7^{2-} both exist.

Reason: Both have same valence electrons.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If both assertion and reason are false.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Ferromagnetic compounds exhibit strong magnetic properties due to the alignment of their electron spins, which leads to a net magnetic moment. In a magnetic field, these materials become magnetized as the majority of their electron spins align in the direction of the field, resulting in a significant attraction. However, the statement that "its electrons may or may not be aligned in the same direction" is misleading, as ferromagnetic materials typically have a predominant alignment of spins in the presence of a magnetic field, making option C appropriate. Options A and B are incorrect because they misinterpret the nature of ferromagnetism; ferromagnetic materials are characterized by a tendency for electron alignment, which is essential for their strong attraction to magnetic fields.

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