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How can you tell if a molecular ion will have one or ore unpaired eletrons?


For example,

"Which of the following molecules is expected to have one or more unpaired electrons? Check all that apply.


O2-

F2+

N22-

O22-"

Any help would be appreciated. ...?

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MissPhiladelphia

I believe the correct answers from the choices listed above are the first two options. The molecules O2- and F2+ are expected to have one unpaired electron. This can be determined by looking at the value of the charge. Hope this answers the question.