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> Odd molecule
Odd molecule
is a term invented by
Gilbert N. Lewis
in 1916 for a molecule containing an odd number of
electron
s. Such molecules, except those containing
transition metal
s, are rare, usually colored and
paramagnetic
, that is, attracted by a
magnet
.
Chlorine dioxide
is an example, being a reddish-yellow gas.
Nitrogen dioxide
is another.
References
"The Atom and the Molecule", Gilbert N. Lewis,
Journal of the American Chemical Society
Volume 38, 1916, pages 762-786, Received January 26, 1916
"Classic Papers" - online copy of 1916 paper - 2003-09-06
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