Question:

ln cuprarnmonium sulphate, copper is

Updated On: May 12, 2024
  • diamagnetic
  • paramagnetic
  • ferromagnetic
  • non magnetic
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

$ {[Cu(NH_3)_4]SO_4}$ is tetra ammine copper (II) sulphate.
$Cu^{2+}$ has 1 unpaired electron. Hence, it is paramagnetic.
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Concepts Used:

Coordination Compounds

A coordination compound holds a central metal atom or ion surrounded by various oppositely charged ions or neutral molecules. These molecules or ions are re-bonded to the metal atom or ion by a coordinate bond.

Coordination entity:

A coordination entity composes of a central metal atom or ion bonded to a fixed number of ions or molecules.

Ligands:

A molecule, ion, or group which is bonded to the metal atom or ion in a complex or coordination compound by a coordinate bond is commonly called a ligand. It may be either neutral, positively, or negatively charged.