Which of the following is/are paramagnetic in nature?

B_{2}

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O_{2}

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N O^{+}

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O_{2}^{-}

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Solution

The correct options are
A $O_{2}$
B $O_{2}^{-}$
C $B_{2}$
Paramagnetism refers to the magnetic state of an atom with one or more unpaired electrons.
A) $B_{2}$ consists of two unpaired electrons.
B) $O_{2}$ consists of two unpaired electrons.
C) $N O^{+}$ consists of no unpaired electrons.
D) $O_{2}^{-}$ consists of one unpaired electrons.
Hence options A,B & D are correct.

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