Both ions A2+ (Z=28) and B2+ (Z=46) can coordinate with the same types of ligands (X and Y) to form complex compounds of [AX2Y2] and [BX2Y2], respectively. A compound [AX2Y2] exists in only one geometric isomer, but two geometric isomers of the compound [BX2Y2] exist. Using the electron configuration of A2+ and B2+ to describe the formation of hybrid orbital type and formed compound structure. Compare their magnetic character and explain why the difference of complex formation.

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Both ions A2+ (Z=28) and B2+ (Z=46) can coordinate with the same types of ligands (X and Y) to form complex compounds of [AX2Y2] and [BX2Y2], respectively. A compound [AX2Y2] exists in only one geometric isomer, but two geometric isomers of the compound [BX2Y2] exist. Using the electron configuration of A2+ and B2+ to describe the formation of hybrid orbital type and formed compound structure. Compare their magnetic character and explain why the difference of complex formation.

 
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