A first row transition metal in its +2 oxidation state has a spin-only magnetic moment value of 3.86 BM. The atomic number of the metal is (A) 25 (B) 26 (C) 22 (D) 23

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A first row transition metal in its +2 oxidation state has a spin-only magnetic moment value of 3.86 BM. The atomic number of the metal is

(A) 25
(B) 26
(C) 22
(D) 23

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: D. 22Ti+2  [Ar]3d2 23V+2  [Ar]3d3 25Mn+2  [Ar]3d5 26Fe+2  [Ar]3d6

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