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Odd MoleculeOdd molecule is a term invented by Gilbert N. Lewis in 1916 for a molecule containing an odd number of electrons. Such molecules, except those containing transition metals, 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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