The Species [RhCl₆]^{3 -} Is Considered a Strong Field

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Multiple Choice

The species [RhCl₆]^{3 -} is considered a strong field, low spin complex. Which statement below is true regarding this complex?

• A) The metal ion in this complex has a d³ electronic configuration with 1 unpaired electron.
• B) The metal ion in this complex has a d³ electronic configuration witH ₃unpaired electrons.
• C) The metal ion in this complex has a d⁶ electronic configuration with 0 unpaired electrons.
• D) The metal ion in this complex has a d⁶ electronic configuration witH₄ unpaired electrons.
• E) The metal ion in this complex has a d⁹ electronic configuration with 1 unpaired electron.

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