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The number of unpaired electrons in Fe2+ are :

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4
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5
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3
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6
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Solution

The correct option is A 4
Fe(Z=26):[Ar] 3d6 4s2

Fe2+:[Ar] 3d6

Therefore, there are 4 unpaired electrons in Fe2+ and so option (a) is the correct answer

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