Chapter 21, Problem 98CP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: A validation of the fact that the formation of $\text{Cr}\left({\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\right){\text{Cl}}^{\text{2+}}$ in the given oxidation-reduction reaction of transition metal complexes is consistent with the intermediate is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The mechanism of oxidation-reduction reactions of transition metal complexes was studied by henry taube. If the complexes show high reactivity towards substitution reactions, then they are known as labile complexes whereas if the reactivity is slow, then they are inert.

To determine: A validation of the fact that the formation of $\text{Cr}\left({\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\right){\text{Cl}}^{\text{2+}}$ in the given oxidation-reduction reaction of transition metal complexes is consistent with the intermediate.