Question

How to calculate no of unpaired electrons in coordination compounds?

Answer 1

Hi there,

The steps are here.

Step 1: Find the electron configuration. For Cl atoms, the electron configuration is 3s23p5

Step 2: Draw the valence orbitals. Ignore the core electrons and focus on the valence electrons only.

Step 3: Look for unpaired electrons. ...

Step 4: Determine whether the substance is paramagnetic or diamagnetic.