In which one of the following, d−d transition involves absorption in the ultraviolet region?
A
[Cu(H2O)4]2+
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B
[Ti(H2O)6]3+
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C
[Co(NH3)6]3+
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D
[Co(CN)6]3−
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E
[Co(NH)5]2+
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Solution
The correct option is D[Co(CN)6]3− The wavelength of light absorbed by [Co(CN)6]3− is around 300 nm which corresponds to the UV region and not in the visible region. This is because CN− is a very strong ligand.