Which of the Following Complexes Is High-Spin

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following complexes is high-spin?

• A) Cu(en)₃²⁺
• B) Cr(OH₂)₆³⁺
• C) Ni(en)₃²⁺
• D) Cr(OH₂)₆²⁺

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