Chapter 20, Problem 86CWP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The given table on the basis of classification of each species as weak field, strong field or information insufficient, is to be completed.

Concept introduction: The electrons in the d orbital of a transition metal split into high and low energy orbitals when ligands are attached to it. The energy difference between these two levels depends upon the properties of both metal and the ligands. If the ligand is strong, then splitting will be high and the complex will be low spin. If the ligand is weak, then splitting will be less and the complex will be high spin.

To determine: The classification of given species to complete the table.