Which of the following molecule(s) show/s paramagnetic behavior?
A. $\mathrm{O}_2$
B. $\mathrm{N}_2$
C. $\mathrm{F}_2$
D. $\mathrm{S}_2$
E. $\mathrm{Cl}_2$
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Solution
<p>No. of unpaired $\mathrm{e}^{-}$</p>
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<td class="tg-baqh">0</td>
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<p>If species contain unpaired electron than it is paramagnetic.</p>
<p>So A & D are paramagnetic.</p>
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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure · Topic: Ionic and Covalent Bonding
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