How many unpaired electrons does the Ni²⁺ ion have (Ni, Z = 28)?
Correct answer B. 2
Explanation
Ni²⁺ is [Ar]3d⁸. Placing eight electrons in five d orbitals by Hund's rule fills three orbitals and leaves two singly occupied, so there are 2 unpaired electrons.
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