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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: D and F Block Elements

Question:

Which of the following has higher boiling point?

Options:

Both have identical melting point

The melting point of Cr and Mn does not exist.

Correct Answer:

Explanation:

In ground state, Cr has six unpaired electrons which are available for metallic bonding. While for Mn, five unpaired electrons are present.

₂₄Cr : [Ar]4s¹3d⁵

₂₅Mn : [Ar]4s²3d⁵