Which of the following complex ions has the largest d-orbital splitting energy? A)[Co(NH₃)₆]³⁺ B)[Co(CN)₆]^3- C)[Co(ox)₃]^3- D)[CoCl₆]^3- E)[Co(OH₂)₆]³⁺

Name: Which of the following complex ions has the largest d-orbital splitting energy? A)[Co(NH 3 ) 6 ] 3+ B)[Co(CN) 6 ] 3- C)[Co(ox) 3 ] 3- D)[CoCl 6 ] 3- E)[Co(OH 2 ) 6 ] 3+
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The ligand CN^- is a strong field ligand, causing a large d-orbital splitting energy in the complex ion [Co(CN)_6]^3-.

Which of the Following Complex Ions Has the Largest D-Orbital