The Ion [Co(NH₃)₆]²⁺ Is Octahedral and High Spin

question 81

Multiple Choice

The ion [Co(NH₃) ₆]²⁺ is octahedral and high spin. This complex is

• A) paramagnetic, with 1 unpaired electron.
• B) paramagnetic, with 3 unpaired electrons.
• C) paramagnetic, with 4 unpaired electrons.
• D) paramagnetic, with 5 unpaired electrons.
• E) diamagnetic.

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