(a) Write the electronic configuration of an element with atomic number 15, indicating the distribution of electrons in the energy sub-levels
(b) Give the formula and the colour of the complex formed between ammonia and copper (II) ions
(b) Give the formula and the colour of the complex formed between ammonia and copper (II) ions
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Correct Answer: Option n
Explanation:
(a) 1s\(^2\)2s\(^2\)2p\(^6\)3s\(^2\)3p\(^3\)
(b) Cu\(^2\) + 4NH\(_3\) —> Cu(NH\(_3)^{2+}_4\)
(Deep blue in colour)
(a) 1s\(^2\)2s\(^2\)2p\(^6\)3s\(^2\)3p\(^3\)
(b) Cu\(^2\) + 4NH\(_3\) —> Cu(NH\(_3)^{2+}_4\)
(Deep blue in colour)