Choose the paramagnetic species from below. A) Ti⁴⁺ B) Se C) Xe D) All of the above are paramagnetic. E) None of the above is paramagnetic.

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Se is a paramagnetic species as it has unpaired electrons in its outermost shell. Ti⁴⁺ and Xe are both diamagnetic species since all the electrons in their respective outermost shell are paired, making them not attracted to a magnetic field.

Choose the Paramagnetic Species from Below