The compound Ni(H 2 O) 6 Cl 2 is green, whereas Ni(NH 3 ) 6 Cl 2

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The compound Ni(H2O)6Cl2 is green, whereas Ni(NH3)6Cl2 is violet. Predict the predominant color of light absorbed by each compound. Which compound absorbs light with the shorter wavelength? Predict in which compound Δ is greater and whether H2O or NH3 is the stronger field ligand. Do your conclusions agree with the spectrochemical series?

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Chemistry

ISBN: 9781305957404

10th Edition

Authors: Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

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