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Q.

Which one of the following is diamagnetic?

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a

Co2+

b

Cu2+

c

Mn2+

d

Sc3+

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

A magnetic field repels diamagnetic materials because it induces an opposing magnetic field in them when it is applied, which produces a repelling force.

If all the electrons are paired or if none of the species have unpaired electrons, then we can determine that element as a diamagnetic material. Since, out of all the elements, only Sc3+ has zero unpaired electrons, its diamagnetic. 

Co2+= [Ar]3d7  =3 unpaired electrons

Cu2+= [Ar]3d9=1 unpaired electron

Mn2+=[Ar]3d5=5 unpaired electron

Sc3+=[Ar]3d0=0 unpaired electron

Therefore, in the given elements Sc3+ is diamagnetic. 

Hence , the correct option (D). 

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