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Why are different colors observed in octahedral and tetrahedral complexes for the same metal and same ligands?
ChemistryCoordination CompoundsNEET
Options:
  • A The ligands exhibit different colors in octahedral and tetrahedral coordination.
  • B The metal-ligand bond angles differ in octahedral and tetrahedral complexes, causing color variation.
  • C The crystal field splitting is different in octahedral and tetrahedral environments, leading to distinct colors.
  • D The metal undergoes oxidation-reduction reactions, resulting in varied colors in different complex geometries.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: The crystal field splitting is different in octahedral and tetrahedral environments, leading to distinct colors.
Correct Option is : (C)
The crystal field splitting is different in octahedral and tetrahedral environments, leading to distinct colors.

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