Answer
Crystal Field Splitting (Δ0)
The crystal field splitting energy, Δ0, depends upon:
- The field produced by the ligand
- The charge on the metal ion
Ligand Field Strength Order (Increasing Δ0):
H2O < NH3 < CN−
A higher charge on the metal ion leads to greater splitting and a higher Δ0.
Metal Ion Order (Increasing Δ0):
Cu2+ < Ti3+ < Co3+
Relationship Between Absorbed Wavelength and Δ0:
λabsorbed ∝ 1 / Δ0
Sequence of Wavelengths (λ):
B < A < D < C