AIPMT PRELIMS2006Chemistry-Molecular Orbital Theory
AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Chemistry Paramagnetism MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
The number of unpaired electrons in a paramagnetic diatomic molecule of an element with atomic number 16 is:
A
2
B
3
C
4
D
1
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The element with atomic number 16 is sulfur. In its diatomic form (S₂), it has two unpaired electrons in the antibonding π* orbitals, making it paramagnetic.
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