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28 October, 10:51

Write the condensed electron configuration of each transition metal ion, and predict whether it is paramagnetic:

(a) V³⁺ (Z = 23)

(b) Ni²⁺ (Z = 28)

(c) La³⁺ (Z = 57)

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  1. 28 October, 14:04
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    a. V³⁺ (Z = 23) = > [Ar] 3d2 : Paramagnetic

    b. Ni²⁺ (Z = 28) = > [Ar] 3d8:

    Paramagnetic

    c. La³⁺ (Z = 57) = > [Xe] : not paramagnetic

    Explanation: Paramagnetic is attribute to the presence of unpaired elections in the electronic configuration.
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