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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: D and F Block Elements

Question:

How many number of unpaired electrons are present in Fe³⁺?

Options:

4

5

6

3

Correct Answer:

5

Explanation:

₂₆Fe : [Ar]4s²3d⁶; Fe³⁺: [Ar]3d⁵

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3d orbital

Number of unpaired electrons = 5

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