Q31 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2020 (09 Sep Shift 1) · Chemistry

Which of the following sets correctly represents the increase in the paramagnetic property of the ions?

  • Correct answer
    A
    Cu2+<V2+<Cr2+<Mn2+
  • B
    Cu2+<Cr2+<V2+<Mn2+
  • C
    Mn2+<V2+<Cr2+<Cu2+
  • D
    Mn2+<Cu2+<Cr2+<V2+

Solution

Paramagnetic property depends upon the number of unpaired electrons. Higher the number of unpaired electrons, higher the paramagnetic property. 
Cu2+=[Ar] 3d9 , no. of unpaired electrons =1 V2+=[Ar]3d 3, no. of unpaired electrons=3Cr2+=[Ar]3d4, no. of unpaired electrons =4Mn2+=[Ar]3d5, no. of unpaired electrons=5

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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