the-hypothetical-complex-ah2o62-has-a-d-d-transition-that-produces-an-absorption

Question

The hypothetical complex [A(H₂O)₆]²⁺ has a d-d transition that produces an absorption maximum at a wavelength of about 550 nm.

1. What is the value of Δ for [A(H₂O)₆]²⁺ in kJ/mol?

2. How would the magnitude of ∆ change if the H₂O ligands in [A(H₂O)₆]²⁺ were replaced with NO₂⁻?

Accepted Answer

1) 2.2x10² kJ/mol

2) It will increase.

Answer

1) 5.2x10² kJ/mol

2) It will decrease.

Answer

1) 3.6x10^-19kJ/mol

2) It will decrease.

Answer

1) 5.5x10² kJ/mol

2) It will increase.