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Which of the following statements regarding the magnetic properties and electronic configurations of lanthanoid ions is correct?

  1. A.The magnetic moment of is calculated using the spin-only formula.
  2. B. has a configuration and exhibits temperature-independent paramagnetism.
  3. C. has a magnetic moment of due to its configuration.
  4. D.The magnetic moment of is significantly lower than the spin-only value.
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Correct answer: C has a magnetic moment of due to its configuration.

Solution

  1. has the electronic configuration .
  2. The number of unpaired electrons .
  3. The spin-only magnetic moment is .
  4. Hence the answer is (C).

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