Question

The magnitude of crystal field stabilization energy in octahedral field depends on
I : the nature of the ligand
II : the charge on the metal ion
III : whether the metal is in the first, second or third row of the transition elements.

• A. I, II, III all are correct.
• B. I, II are correct
• C. II, III are correct
• D. III only correct

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

I, II, III all are correct.

The magnitude of crystal field stabilization energy in octahedral field depends on the nature of ligands, the charge on the metal ions and whether the metal is in the first, second or third row of the transition elements.
Strong ligands cause high value of CFSE and weak ligands cause low value of CFSE.