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1w) The number OAunpcired clectrans apected r the Compler ion: [ColOH) is: +3

1w) The number OAunpcired clectrans apected r the Compler ion: [ColOH) is: +3

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**Question**: The number of unpaired electrons expected for the complex ion \([Co(OH)_6]^{3-}\) is: **Solution**: The oxidation state of Co in \([Co(OH)_6]^{3-}\) can be calculated as follows: \[x + 6(-1) = -3\] Solving for \(x\), we find: \[x = +3\] Thus, the number of unpaired electrons is: \(+3\).
Transcribed Image Text:**Question**: The number of unpaired electrons expected for the complex ion \([Co(OH)_6]^{3-}\) is: **Solution**: The oxidation state of Co in \([Co(OH)_6]^{3-}\) can be calculated as follows: \[x + 6(-1) = -3\] Solving for \(x\), we find: \[x = +3\] Thus, the number of unpaired electrons is: \(+3\).
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The complex ion is [Co(OH)6]3-

The oxidation state of Co –

[Co(OH)6]3-x + 6×-1 =-3                   x = +3

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