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Crystal Field Theory
Explains d-orbital splitting in metal complexes, affecting color and magnetism. d-Orbitals
Orbitals involved in bonding and splitting in metal complexes, influencing energy levels. Tetrahedral Complex
Complex with smallest splitting energy, where dxy, dyz, and dxz orbitals are higher in energy. Octahedral Complex
Complex with intermediate splitting, where dx2-y2 and dz2 orbitals are higher in energy. Square Planar Complex
Complex with largest splitting energy, where dx2-y2 orbital is at the highest energy. Splitting Energy
Energy difference between higher and lower d-orbital levels in a complex. Ligands
Molecules or ions that interact with metal orbitals, affecting their energy levels. dxy Orbital
Orbital with higher energy in tetrahedral and square planar complexes. dyz Orbital
Orbital with higher energy in tetrahedral complexes, lower in square planar. dxz Orbital
Orbital with higher energy in tetrahedral complexes, lower in square planar. dx2-y2 Orbital
Orbital with highest energy in square planar and octahedral complexes. dz2 Orbital
Orbital with intermediate energy in square planar, higher in octahedral. Axes
Reference lines for orbital orientation, affecting interaction with ligands. Energy Levels
Relative energies of orbitals in a complex, influenced by ligand interactions. Interaction
Degree of overlap between orbitals and ligands, affecting energy and splitting.
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