(d) [Cr(OH)2]¿* ions are pale blue-green but chromate (Cr,O,) ion is an intense yellow in colour. Characterise the origins of the transition and explain. 3+

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(d) [Cr(OH)2]¿* ions are pale blue-green but chromate (Cr,O,) ion
is an intense yellow in colour. Characterise the origins of the
transition and explain.
Transcribed Image Text:(d) [Cr(OH)2]¿* ions are pale blue-green but chromate (Cr,O,) ion is an intense yellow in colour. Characterise the origins of the transition and explain.
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