Calculate the Total Number of Unpaired Electrons in the Following

question 30

Multiple Choice

Calculate the total number of unpaired electrons in the following complex ions: [Zn(H₂O) ₆]²⁺, [NiCN₄]^2- (square planar) , [Co(NH₃) ₆]³⁺ (strong field) .

• A) 0
• B) 1
• C) 3
• D) 2
• E) 4

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