Q24 / 90 · JEE Main 2019 (08 Apr Shift 2) · Chemistry
The calculated spin-only magnetic moments of the anionic and cationic species of and respectively, are:
- Aand
- Band
- Correct answerCand
- Dand
Solution
In both cases iron exhibits oxidation state.
Electronic configuration of ion

In is a weak field ligand and hence, no pairing up.
number of unpaired electron
Spin magnetic moment
In is a strong field ligand and hence, pairing will occur.
number of unpaired electron
spin magnetic moment = zero
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.