We have seen that complex formation can stabilize oxidation states. An important illustration of this fact is
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We have seen that complex formation can stabilize oxidation states. An important illustration of this fact is the oxidation of water in acidic solutions by Co3+(aq) but not by [Co(en)3]3+. Use the following data.
Show that [Co(en)3]3+ is stable in water but Co3+(aq) is not.
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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications
ISBN: 9780132931281
11th Edition
Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette
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