Which one of the following sets of ions represents a collection of isoelectronic species?
(a) K+ , Cl , Ca2+ , Sc3+
(b) Ba2+ , Sr2+ , K+ , S2–
(c) N3– , O2– , F , S2–
(d) Li+ , Na+ , Mg2+ , Ca2+ .


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(a) : K+ = 19 – 1 = 18e
Cl = 17 + 1 = 18e
Ca2+ = 20 – 2 = 18e
Sc3+ = 21 – 3 = 18e
Thus all the species are isoelectronic.

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Correct Option(a) K+ , Cl , Ca2+ , Sc3+

Explanation:

lsoelectronic means having same number of electrons, K+, Cl-, Ca2+, Sc3+ (all are having 18 electrons).

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