Chapter 21, Problem 8Q

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The formation of different colored solutions by a certain first-row transition metal ion and the formation of red, yellow, green, and blue colored solutions on the dissolution of four coordination compounds of the given particular ion in water and the formation of two paramagnetic and the other two diamagnetic complex ions is given. The information deduced about the four coordination compounds is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The strong field ligands lead to splitting to a higher extent than the weak field ligands and the wavelength of light absorbed depends on the energy gap that is produced by a particular ligand.