Comment on the following observations. (a) In its complexes, Co(III) forms strong bonds to O- and N-donor

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Comment on the following observations.

(a) In its complexes, Co(III) forms strong bonds to O- and N-donor ligands, moderately strong bonds to P-donor ligands, but only weak bonds to As-donor ligands.

(b) The values of log K for the reaction:

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(c) Phosphine adducts of Cr(III) halides can be prepared, but crystallographic studies reveal very long Cr–P bonds (e.g. 247 pm).

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Inorganic Chemistry

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Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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