If a molecule demonstrates paramagnetism,then :
I.The substance can have both paired and unpaired electrons.
II.The bond order is not a whole number.
III.It can be determined by drawing a Lewis structure.
IV.It must be an ion.
A)I,II
B)I,II,IV
C)II,III
D)I only
E)All of the above are correct.

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Paramagnetism is primarily determined by the presence of unpaired electrons in a molecule, not necessarily by the bond order, the ability to draw a Lewis structure, or the molecule being an ion. While a paramagnetic substance can have both paired and unpaired electrons, the other statements are not universally true for all paramagnetic substances.

If a Molecule Demonstrates Paramagnetism,then