A ligand approaches the metal ion by an axis and as it approaches, the non-bonding pair of electrons repels two of the d orbitals, causing them to split
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Where do the orbitals go once they have split?
Three to low energy regions and two to high energy regions
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What determines the wavelength of light emitted?
The difference in energy between the two energy regions where orbitals were scattered
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If a certain colour is absorbed by an aqueous solution, what colour will be emitted?
The complimentary colour
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What factors affect the amount of orbital splitting?
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