AIPMT PRELIMS2005Chemistry-Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

AIPMT PRELIMS 2005 Chemistry Magnetic Properties MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which one of the following oxides is expected to exhibit paramagnetic behaviour?

A

CO₂

B

SO₂

C

ClO₂

D

SiO₂

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

ClO₂ has an unpaired electron, which makes it paramagnetic.

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