The rate of attack on [Co(OH 2 ) 6 ] 3+ by an entering group Y is
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The rate of attack on [Co(OH2)6]3+ by an entering group Y is nearly independent of Y, with the spectacular exception of the rapid reaction with OH−. Explain the anomaly. What is the implication of your explanation for the behaviour of a complex lacking Brønsted acidity on the ligands?
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Inorganic Chemistry
ISBN: 9780198768128
7th Edition
Authors: Mark Weller, Tina Overton, Jonathan Rourke
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