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Low spin configuration are rarely observed in tetrahedral coordination entity formation. Explain. |
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Answer» dy,I assume you want to KNOW the reason why.# Reason-- Generally, the energy GAP between TWO levels(Δt) of tetrahedral complexes is less than the pairing energy. - In these complexes, electrons will move up to the higher energy orbitals rather than pair. Because of this, most tetrahedral complexes are HIGH spin.- Also sp3 hybridization in tetrahedral complexes promotes retention of unpaired electrons and thus high spins.Hope this is USEFUL... |
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