Which would have a higher CO stretching frequency, Cr(CO)6 or V(CO)6–? Explain why in detail using molecular orbital arguments.

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Which would have a higher CO stretching frequency, Cr(CO)6 or V(CO)6–? Explain why in detail using molecular orbital arguments. 

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