Calculate the ‘spin only’ magnetic moment of

Question:

Calculate the ‘spin only’ magnetic moment of M2+(aq) ion (= 27).

Solution:

Z = 27

 [Ar] 3d7 4s2

 M2+ = [Ar] 3d7

3d7 = 

i.e., 3 unpaired electrons

 n = 3

$\Rightarrow \sqrt{n(n+2)}=\mu$

$\Rightarrow \sqrt{3(3+2)}=\mu$

$\Rightarrow \sqrt{15}=\mu$

μ ≈ 4 BM

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