The complex [Mn(H 2 O) 6 ] 2+ has five unpaired electrons, whereas [Mn(CN) 6 ] 4

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The complex [Mn(H2O)6]2+ has five unpaired electrons, whereas [Mn(CN)6]4− has only one. Using the ligand field model, depict the electron configuration for each ion. What can you conclude about the effects of the different ligands on the magnitude of Δ0?

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Chemistry And Chemical Reactivity

ISBN: 9780357001172

10th Edition

Authors: John C. Kotz, Paul M. Treichel, John Townsend, David Treichel

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