Which is the strongest paramagnetic gas ?

Correct answer: B. O2

  • A. CO2
  • B. O2
  • C. NO
  • D. NO2

Explanation

Oxygen has two unpaired electrons in its molecular orbitals, giving it stronger paramagnetism than NO and NO₂, which each have one unpaired electron. CO₂ has all electrons paired and is diamagnetic.

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