The spin-only magnetic moment value of the ion among \( \text{Ti}^{2+}, \text{V}^{2+}, \text{Co}^{3+}, \text{and} \, \text{Cr}^{2+} \), that acts as a strong oxidizing agent in aqueous solution is:\(\dots\) BM (Nearest integer).
Given atomic numbers: Ti: 22, V: 23, Cr: 24, Co: 27
Given atomic numbers: Ti: 22, V: 23, Cr: 24, Co: 27
Correct Answer: 5
Solution and Explanation
The strong oxidising agent is Co\(^3{+}\).
The number of unpaired electrons in Co\(^3{+}\) (\([3d^6]\)) is 4.
The spin-only magnetic moment is given by: \[ \mu = \sqrt{n(n+2)} \, \text{BM} \]
Substituting \(n = 4\):
\[ \mu = \sqrt{4(4+2)} = \sqrt{24} \approx 5 \, \text{BM} \]
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