The Complex Ions of Zn²⁺ Are All Colorless

question 90

Multiple Choice

The complex ions of Zn²⁺ are all colorless.The most likely explanation for this is:

• A)Zn²⁺ is paramagnetic.
• B)Zn²⁺ exhibits "d orbital" splittings in its complexes such that they absorb all wavelengths in the visible region.
• C)Since Zn²⁺ is a d¹⁰ ion,it does not absorb visible light even though the "d orbital" splittings are correct for absorbing visible wavelengths.
• D)Zn²⁺ is not a transition metal ion.
• E)None of these is correct.

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