AIPMT PRELIMS2010Chemistry-Coordination Compounds

AIPMT PRELIMS 2010 Chemistry Crystal Field Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

Crystal field stabilization energy for high spin d⁴ octahedral complex is

A

−0.6 Δ₀

B

−1.8 Δ₀

C

−1.6 Δ₀ + P

D

−1.2 Δ₀

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

For a high spin d⁴ octahedral complex, the CFSE is calculated as 3(-0.4) + 1(0.6) = −0.6 Δ₀.

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