What Statement Is Inconsistent with the Crystal Field Theory of Tetrahedral

question 29

Multiple Choice

What statement is inconsistent with the crystal field theory of tetrahedral complexes?

• A)Δ_t is about 4/9 that of Δ₀.
• B)Tetrahedral complexes are nearly all low spin.
• C)The d_xy,d_xz,and d_yz orbitals are higher in energy than the d_z² and d_x²-_y² orbitals.
• D)None of the metal d orbitals point directly at the ligands in a tetrahedral environment.

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