Question

Is ${\mathrm{VO}}_2$ Paramagnetic?

Answer 1

${\mathbf{VO}}_{\mathbf{2}}$ is paramagnetic, the chemical name of VO₂ is Vanadium, and the electronic configuration is$\left[\mathrm{Ar}\right]3\mathrm{d}³4\mathrm{s}²$, The ${\mathbf{V}}^{\mathbf{4}\mathbf{+}}$ ion ${\mathbf{VO}}_{\mathbf{2}}$ has an unpaired electron which makes the combination paramagnetic.

Paramagnetic: Because of the few unpaired electrons present in paramagnetic substances, the total net magnetic moment of all electrons in an atom is not equal to zero. Consequently, an atomic dipole exists here.

1. When an external magnetic field is applied, the nuclear dipole aligns with the direction of the applied external magnetic field.
2. The magnetic field only temporarily attracts matter.
3. Paramagnetic materials move from a weak field region to a strong field region in the non-uniformity of the external magnetic field.
4. Due to the force of the field being at its poles, a paramagnetic rod aligns itself with the field.
5. In the organ located between the poles of the magnet, a paramagnetic liquid rises in a U-tube.
6. The magnetization intensity is positive, very low, and inversely correlated to the magnetic field.
7. Positive and slight magnetic susceptibility.

Hence, ${\mathbf{VO}}_{\mathbf{2}}$ is paramagnetic.