Question:
Out of Fe²⁺, Co²⁺, Cr³⁺, Ni²⁺, the one which shows the lowest magnetic moment is:
[Atomic number: Fe = 26, Co = 27, Ni = 28, Cr = 24]
Out of Fe²⁺, Co²⁺, Cr³⁺, Ni²⁺, the one which shows the lowest magnetic moment is:
[Atomic number: Fe = 26, Co = 27, Ni = 28, Cr = 24]
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Magnetic moment ∠unpaired electrons.
Updated On: Jan 14, 2026
Fe²⁺
Co²⁺
Cr³⁺
Ni²⁺
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Ni²⁺ has 3d⁸ configuration with 2 unpaired electrons, giving the lowest magnetic moment compared to others.
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