Question

Compare the orbital notations of the substances investigated in this experiment with their attraction to the magnet. What unique feature in the orbital notation could be used to predict an attraction to a magnet

Answer 1

Number of unpaired electrons

Step-by-step explanation:

We know that for the compounds listed, the nature of the electrons in the d orbitals affects their interaction with an applied magnetic field.

If there are unpaired d electrons present, the compound is paramagnetic and is more strongly attracted to a magnetic field.

Similarly, if there are paired d electrons, the compound is diamagnetic and is less strongly attracted to a magnetic field.