IIT JEE 1994 Chemistry Question Paper with Answer and Solution

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ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The correct ground state electronic configuration of chromium atom is
A
$[Ar] \, 3d^5 \, 4s^1$
B
$[Ar] \, 3d^4 \, 4s^2$
C
$[Ar] \, 3d^6 \, 4s^0$
D
$[Ar] \, 4d^5 \, 4s^1$

Solution

(A) The atomic number of chromium $(Cr)$ is $24$.
According to the Aufbau principle,the expected configuration is $[Ar] \, 3d^4 \, 4s^2$.
However,a $3d$ subshell that is half-filled $(3d^5)$ is more stable due to exchange energy and symmetry.
Therefore,one electron from the $4s$ orbital jumps into the $3d$ orbital to achieve the stable configuration $[Ar] \, 3d^5 \, 4s^1$.
2
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Which one has minimum (nearly zero) dipole moment?
A
but-$1$-ene
B
$cis$-but-$2$-ene
C
$trans$-but-$2$-ene
D
$2$-methylprop-$1$-ene

Solution

(C) The dipole moment of a molecule depends on its geometry and the polarity of its bonds.
In $trans$-but-$2$-ene,the two methyl groups are on opposite sides of the double bond.
Due to the symmetry of the molecule,the bond dipoles of the $C-CH_3$ bonds cancel each other out.
Therefore,the net dipole moment of $trans$-but-$2$-ene is zero.
3
ChemistryDifficultMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The two types of bonds present in $B_2H_6$ are covalent and
A
Three centre bond
B
Hydrogen bond
C
Two centre bond
D
None of the above

Solution

(A) The diborane $(B_2H_6)$ molecule contains two types of $B-H$ bonds:
$(i)$ $B-H_t$ (terminal): These are normal two-centre two-electron $(2c-2e)$ covalent bonds.
(ii) $B-H_b$ (bridging): These are three-centre two-electron $(3c-2e)$ bonds,often called banana bonds.
Therefore,the two types of bonds present are covalent and three-centre bonds.
4
ChemistryEasyMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The temperature at which real gases obey the ideal gas laws over a wide range of pressure is called:
A
Critical temperature
B
Boyle temperature
C
Inversion temperature
D
Reduced temperature

Solution

(B) The temperature at which a real gas behaves like an ideal gas over an appreciable range of pressure is known as the $Boyle$ temperature or $Boyle$ point.
At this temperature,the compressibility factor $Z$ remains close to $1$ for a wide range of pressure.
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ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The relation between equilibrium constant $K_p$ and $K_c$ is
A
$K_c = K_p (RT)^{\Delta n}$
B
$K_p = K_c (RT)^{\Delta n}$
C
$K_p = \left( \frac{K_c}{RT} \right)^{\Delta n}$
D
$K_p - K_c = (RT)^{\Delta n}$

Solution

(B) For a general gaseous reaction at equilibrium: $aA_{(g)} + bB_{(g)} \rightleftharpoons cC_{(g)} + dD_{(g)}$
$K_c$ is defined as the ratio of the product of concentrations of products to that of reactants,each raised to the power of their stoichiometric coefficients: $K_c = \frac{[C]^c [D]^d}{[A]^a [B]^b} \ldots (1)$
$K_p$ is defined using partial pressures: $K_p = \frac{p_C^c p_D^d}{p_A^a p_B^b} \ldots (2)$
From the ideal gas equation,$PV = nRT$,we have $P = \frac{n}{V} RT = [Concentration]RT$.
Substituting $p_i = [i]RT$ into equation $(2)$:
$K_p = \frac{([C]RT)^c ([D]RT)^d}{([A]RT)^a ([B]RT)^b} = \frac{[C]^c [D]^d}{[A]^a [B]^b} (RT)^{(c+d)-(a+b)}$
Since $\Delta n = (c+d) - (a+b)$,we get $K_p = K_c (RT)^{\Delta n}$.
6
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The bond dissociation energy needed to form the benzyl radical from toluene is $.....$ than the formation of the methyl radical from methane.
A
Less
B
Much
C
Equal
D
None of the above

Solution

(A) The bond dissociation energy required to form the benzyl radical $(C_6H_5CH_2^{\bullet})$ from toluene $(C_6H_5CH_3)$ is less than that required to form the methyl radical $(CH_3^{\bullet})$ from methane $(CH_4)$.
This is because the benzyl radical is stabilized by resonance with the benzene ring,which lowers the energy of the radical intermediate.
In contrast,the methyl radical lacks such resonance stabilization.
7
ChemistryEasyMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The compound $YBa_2Cu_3O_7$,which shows superconductivity,has copper in an oxidation state of ........ Assume that the rare earth element Yttrium is in its usual $+3$ oxidation state.
A
$3/7$
B
$7/3$
C
$3$
D
$7$

Solution

(B) Let the oxidation state of $Cu$ be $x$.
Given that $Y$ is in $+3$ state and $Ba$ is in $+2$ state (alkaline earth metal),and $O$ is in $-2$ state.
The sum of oxidation states in a neutral compound is $0$.
$3 + (2 \times 2) + 3x + (7 \times -2) = 0$
$3 + 4 + 3x - 14 = 0$
$7 + 3x - 14 = 0$
$3x - 7 = 0$
$3x = 7$
$x = 7/3$
8
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Which of the following pairs will not produce dihydrogen gas?
A
$Cu + HCl$ (dil.)
B
$Fe + H_2SO_4$
C
$Mg + \text{steam}$
D
$Na + \text{alcohol}$

Solution

(A) The reactivity series of metals determines whether a metal can displace hydrogen from an acid or water.
$Cu$ (Copper) is placed below hydrogen in the electrochemical series,meaning it has a lower reduction potential than hydrogen.
Therefore,$Cu$ cannot displace hydrogen from dilute $HCl$.
In contrast,$Fe$,$Mg$,and $Na$ are more reactive than hydrogen and will react to produce $H_2$ gas.
Thus,the pair $Cu + HCl$ (dil.) will not produce dihydrogen gas.
9
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The $IUPAC$ name of succinic acid is
A
$Butane-1, 4-dioic$ acid
B
$Dimethyl-2-acid$
C
$1, 2-dimethyldioic$ acid
D
None of these

Solution

(A) Succinic acid has the chemical formula $HOOC-CH_2-CH_2-COOH$.
It contains a chain of $4$ carbon atoms with two carboxylic acid groups at the terminal positions.
According to $IUPAC$ nomenclature,the parent alkane is butane,and the suffix for two carboxylic acid groups is $dioic$ acid.
Therefore,the $IUPAC$ name is $butane-1, 4-dioic$ acid.
10
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The point of intersection of tangents at the ends of the latus-rectum of the parabola $y^2 = 4x$ is
A
$(1, 0)$
B
$(-1, 0)$
C
$(0, 1)$
D
$(0, -1)$

Solution

(B) The equation of the tangent at $(x_1, y_1)$ on the parabola $y^2 = 4ax$ is $yy_1 = 2a(x + x_1)$.
For the parabola $y^2 = 4x$,we have $a = 1$.
The coordinates of the ends of the latus rectum are $L(1, 2)$ and $L'(1, -2)$.
For point $L(1, 2)$,the tangent equation is $2y = 2(x + 1)$,which simplifies to $y = x + 1$.
For point $L'(1, -2)$,the tangent equation is $-2y = 2(x + 1)$,which simplifies to $y = -(x + 1)$.
Solving these two equations: $x + 1 = -(x + 1) \implies 2(x + 1) = 0 \implies x = -1$.
Substituting $x = -1$ into $y = x + 1$,we get $y = 0$.
Thus,the point of intersection is $(-1, 0)$.
Solution diagram
11
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
If $y = (\sin x)^{\tan x}$,then $\frac{dy}{dx}$ is equal to
A
$(\sin x)^{\tan x} (1 + \sec^2 x \cdot \log \sin x)$
B
$\tan x \cdot (\sin x)^{\tan x - 1} \cdot \cos x$
C
$(\sin x)^{\tan x} \cdot \sec^2 x \cdot \log \sin x$
D
$\tan x \cdot (\sin x)^{\tan x - 1}$

Solution

(A) Given $y = (\sin x)^{\tan x}$.
Taking logarithm on both sides,we get $\log y = \tan x \cdot \log(\sin x)$.
Differentiating both sides with respect to $x$ using the product rule:
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{d}{dx}(\tan x) \cdot \log(\sin x) + \tan x \cdot \frac{d}{dx}(\log(\sin x))$.
$\frac{1}{y} \frac{dy}{dx} = \sec^2 x \cdot \log(\sin x) + \tan x \cdot \frac{1}{\sin x} \cdot \cos x$.
Since $\frac{\cos x}{\sin x} = \cot x$,we have $\tan x \cdot \cot x = 1$.
Therefore,$\frac{1}{y} \frac{dy}{dx} = \sec^2 x \cdot \log(\sin x) + 1$.
$\frac{dy}{dx} = y [1 + \sec^2 x \cdot \log(\sin x)]$.
Substituting $y = (\sin x)^{\tan x}$,we get $\frac{dy}{dx} = (\sin x)^{\tan x} [1 + \sec^2 x \cdot \log(\sin x)]$.
12
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
If $y = 4x - 5$ is tangent to the curve $y^2 = px^3 + q$ at $(2, 3)$,then
A
$p = 2, q = -7$
B
$p = -2, q = 7$
C
$p = -2, q = -7$
D
$p = 2, q = 7$

Solution

(A) Given the curve $y^2 = px^3 + q$ $(i)$
Differentiating with respect to $x$,we get $2y \cdot \frac{dy}{dx} = 3px^2$.
Thus,$\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{3px^2}{2y}$.
The slope of the tangent at $(2, 3)$ is $\left. \frac{dy}{dx} \right|_{(2,3)} = \frac{3p(2)^2}{2(3)} = \frac{12p}{6} = 2p$.
The given tangent line is $y = 4x - 5$,which has a slope of $4$.
Equating the slopes,$2p = 4$,which gives $p = 2$.
Since the point $(2, 3)$ lies on the curve,substitute $x = 2, y = 3$ and $p = 2$ into equation $(i)$:
$3^2 = 2(2)^3 + q$
$9 = 2(8) + q$
$9 = 16 + q$
$q = 9 - 16 = -7$.
Therefore,$p = 2$ and $q = -7$.
13
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Let $E$ be the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{9} + \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$ and $C$ be the circle $x^2 + y^2 = 9$. Let $P$ and $Q$ be the points $(1, 2)$ and $(2, 1)$ respectively. Then:
A
$Q$ lies inside $C$ but outside $E$.
B
$Q$ lies outside both $C$ and $E$.
C
$P$ lies inside both $C$ and $E$.
D
$P$ lies inside $C$ but outside $E$.

Solution

(D) For the ellipse $E: \frac{x^2}{9} + \frac{y^2}{4} - 1 = 0$,let $f(x, y) = \frac{x^2}{9} + \frac{y^2}{4} - 1$.
For the circle $C: x^2 + y^2 - 9 = 0$,let $g(x, y) = x^2 + y^2 - 9$.
For point $P(1, 2)$:
$f(1, 2) = \frac{1}{9} + \frac{4}{4} - 1 = \frac{1}{9} > 0$,so $P$ is outside $E$.
$g(1, 2) = 1^2 + 2^2 - 9 = 1 + 4 - 9 = -4 < 0$,so $P$ is inside $C$.
Thus,$P$ lies inside $C$ but outside $E$.
For point $Q(2, 1)$:
$f(2, 1) = \frac{4}{9} + \frac{1}{4} - 1 = \frac{16 + 9 - 36}{36} = -\frac{11}{36} < 0$,so $Q$ is inside $E$.
$g(2, 1) = 2^2 + 1^2 - 9 = 4 + 1 - 9 = -4 < 0$,so $Q$ is inside $C$.
Thus,$Q$ lies inside both $C$ and $E$.
14
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
From the given sets of quantum numbers,the one that is inconsistent with the theory is:
A
$n = 3; l = 2; m = -3; s = +1/2$
B
$n = 4; l = 3; m = 3; s = +1/2$
C
$n = 2; l = 1; m = 0; s = -1/2$
D
$n = 4; l = 3; m = 2; s = +1/2$

Solution

(A) The magnetic quantum number $m$ can take values from $-l$ to $+l$ including zero.
For option $A$,$n = 3$ and $l = 2$.
The possible values for $m$ are $-2, -1, 0, +1, +2$.
Since $m = -3$ is outside this range,this set is inconsistent with quantum mechanical theory.
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ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Let $E$ be the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{9} + \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$ and $C$ be the circle $x^2 + y^2 = 9$. Let $P$ and $Q$ be the points $(1, 2)$ and $(2, 1)$ respectively. Then:
A
$Q$ lies inside $C$ but outside $E$
B
$Q$ lies outside both $C$ and $E$
C
$P$ lies inside both $C$ and $E$
D
$P$ lies inside $C$ but outside $E$

Solution

(D) The equation of the ellipse is $E: \frac{x^2}{9} + \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$ and the circle is $C: x^2 + y^2 = 9$.
For point $P(1, 2)$:
Check for circle $C$: $1^2 + 2^2 = 1 + 4 = 5 < 9$,so $P$ is inside $C$.
Check for ellipse $E$: $\frac{1^2}{9} + \frac{2^2}{4} = \frac{1}{9} + 1 = \frac{10}{9} > 1$,so $P$ is outside $E$.
For point $Q(2, 1)$:
Check for circle $C$: $2^2 + 1^2 = 4 + 1 = 5 < 9$,so $Q$ is inside $C$.
Check for ellipse $E$: $\frac{2^2}{9} + \frac{1^2}{4} = \frac{4}{9} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{16+9}{36} = \frac{25}{36} < 1$,so $Q$ is inside $E$.
Thus,$P$ lies inside $C$ but outside $E$.
16
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The point of intersection of tangents at the ends of the latus rectum of the parabola $y^2 = 4x$ is equal to
A
$(1,0)$
B
$(-1,0)$
C
$(0,1)$
D
$(0,-1)$

Solution

(B) The parabola is given by $y^2 = 4x$. Comparing this with $y^2 = 4ax$,we get $a = 1$.
The ends of the latus rectum are $L(a, 2a)$ and $L_1(a, -2a)$,which are $L(1, 2)$ and $L_1(1, -2)$.
The equation of the tangent to the parabola $y^2 = 4ax$ at point $(x_1, y_1)$ is $yy_1 = 2a(x + x_1)$.
For point $L(1, 2)$,the tangent equation is $y(2) = 2(1)(x + 1) \implies y = x + 1$.
For point $L_1(1, -2)$,the tangent equation is $y(-2) = 2(1)(x + 1) \implies -y = x + 1$.
Adding the two equations: $(x + 1) + (x + 1) = 0 \implies 2x + 2 = 0 \implies x = -1$.
Substituting $x = -1$ into $y = x + 1$,we get $y = -1 + 1 = 0$.
Thus,the point of intersection is $(-1, 0)$.
Solution diagram
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ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
If two events $A$ and $B$ are such that $P(A^c) = 0.3$,$P(B) = 0.4$,and $P(A \cap B^c) = 0.5$,then $P\left[ \frac{B}{A \cup B^c} \right]$ is equal to
A
$1/2$
B
$1/3$
C
$1/4$
D
None of these

Solution

(C) Given: $P(A^c) = 0.3 \implies P(A) = 1 - 0.3 = 0.7$.
$P(B) = 0.4 \implies P(B^c) = 1 - 0.4 = 0.6$.
$P(A \cap B^c) = 0.5$.
We know that $P(A) = P(A \cap B) + P(A \cap B^c)$,so $0.7 = P(A \cap B) + 0.5 \implies P(A \cap B) = 0.2$.
We need to find $P\left[ \frac{B}{A \cup B^c} \right] = \frac{P(B \cap (A \cup B^c))}{P(A \cup B^c)}$.
Numerator: $P(B \cap (A \cup B^c)) = P((B \cap A) \cup (B \cap B^c)) = P(B \cap A) = 0.2$.
Denominator: $P(A \cup B^c) = P(A) + P(B^c) - P(A \cap B^c) = 0.7 + 0.6 - 0.5 = 0.8$.
Therefore,$P\left[ \frac{B}{A \cup B^c} \right] = \frac{0.2}{0.8} = \frac{1}{4}$.
18
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
$A$ particle of mass $m$ is moving in a circular path of constant radius $r$ such that its centripetal acceleration $a_c$ is varying with time $t$ as $a_c = k^2rt^2$. The power delivered to the particle by the forces acting on it is
A
$2mk^2r^2t$
B
$mk^2r^2t$
C
$\frac{mk^4r^2t^5}{3}$
D
Zero

Solution

(B) Given the centripetal acceleration $a_c = k^2rt^2$.
Since $a_c = \frac{v^2}{r}$,we have $\frac{v^2}{r} = k^2rt^2$,which implies $v^2 = k^2r^2t^2$ or $v = krt$.
The tangential acceleration $a_t$ is given by $a_t = \frac{dv}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(krt) = kr$.
The tangential force acting on the particle is $F_t = m a_t = m(kr) = mkr$.
The power $P$ delivered to the particle is the product of the tangential force and the velocity: $P = F_t \cdot v = (mkr) \cdot (krt) = mk^2r^2t$.
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ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
$A$ particle of mass $m$ is moving in a circular path of constant radius $r$ such that its centripetal acceleration $a_c$ is varying with time $t$ as $a_c = k^2rt^2$. The power delivered to the particle by the forces acting on it is
A
$2\pi mk^2r^2t$
B
$mk^2r^2t$
C
$\frac{mk^4r^2t^5}{3}$
D
Zero

Solution

(B) The centripetal acceleration is given by $a_c = \frac{v^2}{r} = k^2rt^2$.
From this,we find the speed $v$ of the particle: $v^2 = k^2r^2t^2$,which implies $v = krt$.
The tangential acceleration $a_t$ is the rate of change of speed: $a_t = \frac{dv}{dt} = \frac{d}{dt}(krt) = kr$.
The tangential force acting on the particle is $F_t = m a_t = mkr$.
The power $P$ delivered to the particle is the product of the tangential force and the velocity: $P = F_t \cdot v = (mkr) \cdot (krt) = mk^2r^2t$.
20
ChemistryMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Which of the following pairs will not produce dihydrogen gas?
A
$Cu + \text{dil. } HCl$
B
$Fe + H_2SO_4$
C
$Mg + \text{steam}$
D
$Na + \text{alcohol}$

Solution

(A) The production of dihydrogen gas $(H_2)$ by the reaction of metals with acids or other reagents depends on the position of the metal in the electrochemical series.
Metals that are more reactive than hydrogen (i.e.,have a negative standard reduction potential) can displace hydrogen from acids.
$Cu$ (Copper) is below hydrogen in the electrochemical series,meaning it has a positive standard reduction potential.
Therefore,$Cu$ cannot displace hydrogen from dilute $HCl$ or other non-oxidizing acids.
In contrast,$Fe$ reacts with $H_2SO_4$ to produce $FeSO_4$ and $H_2$,$Mg$ reacts with steam to produce $MgO$ and $H_2$,and $Na$ reacts with alcohol to produce sodium alkoxide and $H_2$.
21
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The high melting point and insolubility in organic solvents of sulphanilic acid are due to its $......$ structure.
A
Simple ionic
B
Bipolar ionic
C
Cubic
D
Hexagonal

Solution

(B) Sulphanilic acid exists as a zwitterion,which is a $Bipolar \ ionic$ structure.
Due to strong electrostatic forces of attraction between these ions,it exhibits a high melting point and is insoluble in organic solvents.
22
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Solubility of iodine in water is greatly increased by the addition of iodide ions because of the formation of ......
A
$I_2$
B
$I_3$
C
$I_3^-$
D
$I^-$

Solution

(C) The solubility of iodine $(I_2)$ in water is low due to its non-polar nature.
When iodide ions $(I^-)$ are added,they react with iodine molecules to form the triiodide ion $(I_3^-)$.
This reaction is represented as: $I_2 + I^- \to I_3^-$.
The formation of the soluble $I_3^-$ complex increases the overall solubility of iodine in the aqueous solution.
23
ChemistryDifficultMCQIIT JEE · 1994
Given that $\Delta T_f$ is the depression in freezing point of the solvent in a solution of a non-volatile solute of molality $m$,the quantity $\lim_{m \to 0} \left( \frac{\Delta T_f}{m} \right)$ is equal to:
A
Zero
B
One
C
Three
D
The cryoscopic constant $(K_f)$

Solution

(D) The depression in freezing point $(\Delta T_f)$ is given by the formula: $\Delta T_f = K_f \times m$,where $K_f$ is the molal freezing point depression constant (cryoscopic constant) and $m$ is the molality of the solution.
Rearranging the equation,we get: $\frac{\Delta T_f}{m} = K_f$.
Since $K_f$ is a constant characteristic of the solvent,the limit as $m \to 0$ of the ratio $\frac{\Delta T_f}{m}$ is simply $K_f$.
Therefore,the quantity $\lim_{m \to 0} \left( \frac{\Delta T_f}{m} \right)$ is equal to $K_f$.
24
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
For the reaction $N_{2(g)} + 3H_{2(g)} \to 2NH_{3(g)}$,under certain conditions of temperature and partial pressure of the reactants,the rate of formation of $NH_3$ is $0.001 \ kg \ h^{-1}$. The rate of conversion of $H_2$ under the same conditions is:
A
$1.82 \times 10^{-4} \ kg \ h^{-1}$
B
$0.0015 \ kg \ h^{-1}$
C
$1.52 \times 10^{4} \ kg \ h^{-1}$
D
$1.82 \times 10^{-14} \ kg \ h^{-1}$

Solution

(B) The rate of reaction is given by the expression: $\text{Rate} = -\frac{d[N_2]}{dt} = -\frac{1}{3} \frac{d[H_2]}{dt} = \frac{1}{2} \frac{d[NH_3]}{dt}$.
Given that the rate of formation of $NH_3$ is $\frac{d[NH_3]}{dt} = 0.001 \ kg \ h^{-1}$.
From the stoichiometric relationship: $-\frac{1}{3} \frac{d[H_2]}{dt} = \frac{1}{2} \frac{d[NH_3]}{dt}$.
Therefore,the rate of disappearance (conversion) of $H_2$ is: $-\frac{d[H_2]}{dt} = \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{d[NH_3]}{dt} = 1.5 \times 0.001 \ kg \ h^{-1} = 0.0015 \ kg \ h^{-1}$.
25
ChemistryMediumMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The $IUPAC$ name of $[Co(NH_3)_6]Cl_3$ is
A
Hexaamminecobalt$(III)$ chloride
B
Hexaamminecobalt$(II)$ chloride
C
Triamminecobalt$(III)$ trichloride
D
None of these

Solution

(A) $1$. Identify the ligand: $NH_3$ is named as 'ammine'. Since there are $6$ ligands,it is 'hexaammine'.
$2$. Identify the metal: The central metal is Cobalt $(Co)$.
$3$. Calculate the oxidation state: Let the oxidation state of $Co$ be $x$. The charge on $NH_3$ is $0$ and on $Cl$ is $-1$. So,$x + 6(0) + 3(-1) = 0$,which gives $x = +3$.
$4$. Name the complex: The complex is a cation,so the metal name remains 'cobalt'. The oxidation state is written in Roman numerals in parentheses: 'cobalt$(III)$' .
$5$. Name the anion: The counter ion is $Cl^-$,which is 'chloride'.
$6$. Combine: The full name is 'Hexaamminecobalt$(III)$ chloride'.
26
ChemistryDifficultMCQIIT JEE · 1994
The type of magnetism exhibited by $[Mn(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$ ion is
A
Paramagnetism
B
Diamagnetism
C
Both $(a)$ and $(b)$
D
None of these

Solution

(A) The atomic number of $Mn$ is $25$,so its electronic configuration is $[Ar] 3d^5 4s^2$.
In $[Mn(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$,the oxidation state of $Mn$ is $+2$,so its configuration is $3d^5$.
$H_2O$ is a weak field ligand,so it does not cause pairing of electrons in the $3d$ orbitals.
Therefore,the $3d^5$ configuration has $5$ unpaired electrons.
Since the ion contains unpaired electrons,it exhibits paramagnetism.

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