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The magnetic moments of complex given below are in order
I. [Ni(CO)4]
II. [Mn(CN)6]4-
III. [Cr(NH3)6]3+
IV. [CoF6]3-
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Options:
  • A I > II > III > IV
  • B I < II < III < IV
  • C IV > II > I > III
  • D IV < II < I < III
Solution:
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The correct answer is: I < II < III < IV
Magnetic moment μ=n(n+2)B.M.
n = unpaired electrons.
I. [Ni(CO)4] n = 0, so μ=0 BM
II. [Mn(CN)6]4- n = 1, so μ=3 BM
III. [Cr(NH3)6]3+ n = 3, so μ=15 BM
IV. [CoF6]3- n = 4, so μ=24 BM
Order of magnetic moment is I < II < III < IV.

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