Chapter 24, Problem 17E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for transition metal compounds being colored needs to be explained using the crystal field theory.

Concept introduction:

According to the crystal field theory, due to the presence of ligand, the dor f orbital of the metal ion in transition state will break into two energy groups which will emit white light and after absorption of some of the wavelength of this light,the transition metal will emit colored light.