Based on Crystal Field Theory,show the energy level splitting and determine the $d$-electron configuration and magnetic moment for the central metal atom/ion in the following complexes: $[CoF_6]^{3-}$,$[Co(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$,$[Co(CN)_6]^{3-}$.

Vedclass pdf generator app on play store
Vedclass iOS app on app store
(N/A) $1$. $[CoF_6]^{3-}$: $Co^{3+}$ is $3d^6$. $F^-$ is a weak field ligand. Splitting: $t_{2g}^4 e_g^2$. Number of unpaired electrons $(n)$ = $4$. Magnetic moment $\mu = \sqrt{n(n+2)} = \sqrt{4(6)} = \sqrt{24} \approx 4.90 \ BM$.
$2$. $[Co(H_2O)_6]^{2+}$: $Co^{2+}$ is $3d^7$. $H_2O$ is a weak field ligand. Splitting: $t_{2g}^5 e_g^2$. Number of unpaired electrons $(n)$ = $3$. Magnetic moment $\mu = \sqrt{3(5)} = \sqrt{15} \approx 3.87 \ BM$.
$3$. $[Co(CN)_6]^{3-}$: $Co^{3+}$ is $3d^6$. $CN^-$ is a strong field ligand. Splitting: $t_{2g}^6 e_g^0$. Number of unpaired electrons $(n)$ = $0$. Magnetic moment $\mu = 0 \ BM$ (Diamagnetic).

Explore More

Similar Questions

Which one of the following statements is correct for $d^4$ ions $(P = \text{pairing energy})$?

Among the following pairs of complexes,in which case is the $\Delta_0$ value higher for the first one?

Which complex shows the highest crystal field stabilisation energy?

Difficult
View Solution

Which of the following are true about the energy of the given d-orbitals of a tetrahedral complex?
$A$. $d_{xy} = d_{xz} > d_{x^2-y^2}$
$B$. $d_{xy} = d_{yz} > d_{z^2}$
$C$. $d_{x^2-y^2} > d_{z^2} > d_{xz}$
$D$. $d_{x^2-y^2} = d_{z^2}$
Choose the correct answer from the given below:

Complexes containing halide ligands are generally .....

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo