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Which one of the following ions has electronic configuration [Ar]3d6 ?
(At. nos. Mn  =  25, Fe  =  26, Co  =  27, Ni  =  28)
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Options:
  • A Co3+
  • B Ni3+
  • C Mn3+
  • D Fe3+
     
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Co3+
In case of Co+3[Ar]3d6 configuration is possible 27Co[Ar]3d74s2
On removing 3e- we get Co3+[Ar]3d6

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