Magnetic Measurements on an Octahedral Complex of a Transition Metal

question 46

Multiple Choice

Magnetic measurements on an octahedral complex of a transition metal ion show that it contains two unpaired electrons. Which of the following d-electron configurations of the metal ion are consistent with this fact?
Select the most complete answer.

• A) d²
• B) d² and d⁸
• C) d⁴ and d⁶
• D) d², d⁴, and d⁸
• E) any d-electron configuration

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