Which of the following is paramagnetic? A) N₂ B) O₂ C) O₂^- D) O₂⁺ E) At least two of these are paramagnetic.

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Options B and D are paramagnetic. Option B (O2) has two unpaired electrons in its molecular orbital diagram, making it paramagnetic. Option D (O2+) also has unpaired electrons, as removing an electron from O2 (which is paramagnetic) does not pair up all electrons, maintaining its paramagnetic nature.

Which of the Following Is Paramagnetic