Chapter 11, Problem 95AP

Interpretation Introduction

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Interpretation:

The atom which is expected to be paramagnetic is to be predicted on the basis of electron orbital diagrams. The number of unpaired electrons in the given atom is to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

Paramagnetic materials are those which are feebly attracted by the magnets. The atomic orbitals of these materials have unpaired electrons due to which they are partially filled. The atomic number of an element depends on the presence of number of electrons in an atom. The atomic number of an element is represented by $\text{Z}$.