In each of the following complexes, rationalize the number of observed unpaired electrons (stated after the formula):

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In each of the following complexes, rationalize the number of observed unpaired electrons (stated after the formula): 

(a) [Mn(CN)6]4−(1);

(b) [Mn(CN)6]2− (3); 

(c) [Cr(en)3]2+ (4);

(d) [Fe(ox)3]3− (5); 

(e) [Pd(CN)4]2− (0);

(f) [CoCl4]2− (3); 

(g) [NiBr4]2− (2).

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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