alleryStart learning →Why are the compounds of group 1 metal ions diamagnetic?
AOne unpaired electron
BVery large ions
CNo unpaired electron
DCovalent bonding
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. No unpaired electron
Unipositive alkali ions have an inert gas configuration, so all electrons are paired.
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