NEETChemistry-Coordination Compounds

NEET Chemistry Magnetic Properties MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The magnetic nature of elements depends on the presence of unpaired electrons. Identify the configuration of transition element, which shows highest magnetic moment.

A

3d⁷

B

3d⁵

C

3d⁸

D

3d²

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The magnetic moment is highest for the configuration with the maximum number of unpaired electrons, which is 3d⁵.

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