Chapter 23.2, Problem 23.1.1PE

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The correct formula of a compound ${\text{RhCl}}_3.4{\text{NH}}_3$ is to be determined on dissolving in water and treated with excess of ${\text{AgNO}}_3\left(aq\right)$ .

Concept introduction: The coordination complexes when dissolved in aqueous media, the ligands that reacts with medium are present outside the coordination sphere and ligands inside the coordination sphere do not react.

To determine: The formula of ${\text{RhCl}}_3.4{\text{NH}}_3$ on dissolving in water and treated with excess of ${\text{AgNO}}_3\left(aq\right)$ .