Question

Which one of the following species is paramagnetic? Which one of the following species is paramagnetic? a. Mg b. Zn c. Cd2+ d. Ag e. Nb5+

Answer 1

Answer: Ag

Explanation: Paramagnetic substances are the substances which have unpaired electrons.(odd number valence electrons)

Let us understand with the help of an example:

Magnesium electronic configuration is 2, 8, 2. Even number valence electrons. Not paramagnetic.

Ag is paramagnetic. Atomic number 47

Answer 2

A) Mg ( Magnesium)

Step-by-step explanation:

Paramagnetic substance or elements are substance with net dipole moment as a result of unpaired electrons.

There magnetization is not permanent like ferromagnetic substances. They tend to be weakly attracted and become magnetized in a magnetic field. Some other examples include Aluminum, Calcium, potassium, Sodium and so on.