JEE Main levelSingle correct optionDifficulty 2 of 3cc030
Take [NiClX4]X2− as tetrahedral and [Ni(CN)X4]X2− as square planar. Their spin-only magnetic moments (BM) are respectively
A0 and 2.83
B0 and 0
C2.83 and 2.83
D2.83 and 0
Answer: D
Both contain Ni(II), d8. Tetrahedral e4t24 has 2 unpaired electrons, so μ=2×4=2.83 BM. In the strong-field square planar complex all eight electrons are paired in the lower four d orbitals, so μ=0.