Magnetic moment 2.84 B.M. is given by: (At. nos, Ni = 28, Ti = 22, Cr = 24, Co = 27)
Ti³⁺
Cr²⁺
Co²⁺
Ni²⁺
Correct answer: Cr²⁺
Solution
The magnetic moment is calculated using the formula μ = √n(n+2), where n is the number of unpaired electrons. Cr²⁺ has an electronic configuration of [Ar] 3d⁴, with 4 unpaired electrons, giving μ = √4(4+2) = 2.84 B.M.