A D⁶ Ion (Fe²⁺) Is Complexed with Six Strong-Field Ligands

question 56

Multiple Choice

A d⁶ ion (Fe²⁺) is complexed with six strong-field ligands (for example, SCN^-) . What is the number of unpaired electrons in this complex?

• A) 3
• B) 2
• C) 0
• D) 1
• E) 4

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