NEET Chemistry Crystal Field Theory MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about crystal field theory and coordination compounds is correct?
Anionic ligands produce the largest crystal field splitting in all cases.
The crystal field splitting energy, D_o, is influenced by the charge of the metal ion and the field strength of the ligands.
The color of a coordination compound is determined solely by the metal ion present.
Complex ions dissociate completely into their constituent ions in solution.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement B accurately reflects that the crystal field splitting energy, D_o, depends on both the field produced by the ligands and the charge on the metal ion. Statement A is incorrect because not all anionic ligands exert the greatest splitting effect; statement C overlooks the role of ligands in color; and statement D misrepresents how complex ions behave in solution.
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