a. Compounds 1 and 2 are complex ions of cobalt. 2+ 2+ NH2 H2 PME2 Me2 H,N. H,N NH, H2 Me,P. Me,P PME2 Mez 1 2 iv. Compound 2 has a distorted octahedral geometry, with four short and two longer Co-P bond lengths. Use this information to explain whether 2 is a strong or weak field complex, giving your reasoning. Your answer should include a relevant energy level diagram.
a. Compounds 1 and 2 are complex ions of cobalt. 2+ 2+ NH2 H2 PME2 Me2 H,N. H,N NH, H2 Me,P. Me,P PME2 Mez 1 2 iv. Compound 2 has a distorted octahedral geometry, with four short and two longer Co-P bond lengths. Use this information to explain whether 2 is a strong or weak field complex, giving your reasoning. Your answer should include a relevant energy level diagram.
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