MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

Which of the following molecules is paramagnetic?

(A)
(B)
(C)Correct
(D)

Answer: (C)

Solution

Paramagnetism needs unpaired electrons, which can be found from molecular orbital configurations. (16 electrons) has the configuration , i.e. two unpaired electrons

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