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Which of the following ion has the maximum number of unpaired electrons?


A
Zn+2
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Fe+3
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C
Mn+3
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D
Cu+1
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Solution

The correct option is B Fe+3
Electronic configuration of ions:

Fe+3 - [Ar] 3d5
Mn+3 - [Ar] 3d4
Cu+ - [Ar] 3d10
Zn+2 - [Ar] 3d10

Fe+3 has 5 unpaired electrons.

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