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The 3d metal ions are generally paramagn...

The 3d metal ions are generally paramagnetic in nature because:

A

they form coloured salts

B

they have one or more unpaired d electrons

C

they have one or more paired s electrons

D

they are reducing agents

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B
Paramagnetic nature is due to unpaired d-electrons.
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