Which of the following has minimum magne

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: Coordination Compounds

Question:

Which of the following has minimum magnetic moment?

Options:

V²⁺

Mn²⁺

Ni²⁺

Cr³⁺

Correct Answer:

Ni²⁺

Explanation:

Ni²⁺has minimum magnetic moment.

Ni²⁺: [Ar]3d⁸

No of unpaired electrons: 2

Magnetic moment, u = \(\sqrt{n(n+2)}\) = \(\sqrt{2(2+2)}\) = \(\sqrt{8}\) = 2.8 B.M.