NEET Chemistry Electronic Configuration MCQ Question
Which of the following statements is correct about [Co(H₂O)₆]²⁺ complex?
Electronic configuration = 3d⁷ t₂g⁶ e₀, no. of unpaired electrons = 3, μ = 3.87 B.M.
Electronic configuration = 3d⁶ t₂g⁶ e₂, no. of unpaired electrons = 2, μ = 2.87 B.M.
Electronic configuration = 3d⁷ t₂g⁶ e₁, no. of unpaired electrons = 1, μ = 2.87 B.M.
Electronic configuration = 3d⁷ t₂g⁵ e₂, no. of unpaired electrons = 3, μ = 3.87 B.M.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The correct electronic configuration for Co²⁺ is 3d⁷, with 3 unpaired electrons.
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