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What is the maximum multiplicity found in a transition metal ion of d2 configuration. what would the term symbol be
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The maximum multiplicity for a d² configuration is 3. This arises from the spin states of the two d electrons, where both spins are parallel (↑↑). The term symbol for this configuration is ³F.
Multiplicity: 2S + 1, where S is the total spin angular momentum. For two parallel spins, S = 1, leading to a multiplicity of 3.
Term Symbol: ²S+¹L_J, where S is the total spin angular momentum, L is the total orbital angular momentum, and J is the total angular momentum. For d², L = 3 (F), S = 1, and J can range from L+S to |L-S|, resulting in ³F₂ (highest J value).
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