(A) Arrange the following complex ions in order of increasing crystal field splitting energy (Δ) between two sets of d orbitals: [Cr(H2O)6]3+, [CrCl6]3-, [Cr(CN)6]3-, [Cr(en)3]3+, [Rh(NH3)6]3+, [Co(NH3)6]3+, [Ir(NH3)6]3+.
(B) Using crystal field theory, draw an energy level diagram, write the electronic configuration, and identify high or low spin for the following complex ions: [CoF6]3-, [Fe(CN)6]4-, and [CuBr4]2-.
(C) Calculate the crystal field stabilization energy (CFSE) for the following complexes: [MnF6]2-, [NiBr4]2-, [Co(en)3]3+.
(D) Predict the possibility of Jahn Teller distortion for the following complex ions. Explain why: [Co(CN)5]4-, [Ni(NH3)6]2+.