NEETChemistryD and F Block ElementsMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following ions has electronic configuration [Ar]3d6?
(At. nos. Mn = 25, Fe = 26, Co = 27, Ni = 28)
(At. nos. Mn = 25, Fe = 26, Co = 27, Ni = 28)
- ANi3+
- BMn3+
- CFe3+
- DCo3+
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Correct answer: D
The electronic configuration of the given
ions is :
Ni3+ : [Ar]3d74s0
Mn3+ : [Ar]3d44s0
Fe3+ : [Ar]3d54s0
Co3+ : [Ar]3d64s0
Thus, Co3+ is the ion with the desired configuration.
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