Homework Problem 9

For each of the transition metal complexes below, determine

• the oxidation state of the transition metal
• if the complex is diamagnetic or paramagnetic
• if paramagnetic, the number of unpaired spins

(a) Mo(CO)₆

(b) Co(NH₃)₆³⁺

(c) CoBr₄^2- (tetrahedral)

(d) Pt(en)Cl₂