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The electronic configuration of a dipositive metal ion M2+ is 2,8,14 and its ionic weight is 56. The number of neutrons in its nucleus would be:

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30
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32
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34
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42
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Solution

The correct option is A 30
Dipositive ion has 24 electrons and hence atom of the metal will have 26 electrons and 26 protons.

No. of neutrons = Atomic wt. - No. of protons

=5626

=30

Hence, option A is correct.

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