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

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The complex [Mn(H2O)6]2+ has five unpaired electrons, hereas [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 Δ?

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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