Characterised by the symbol 𝑙l, the azimuthal quantum number is a fundamental parameter in quantum mechanics that describes the angular momentum and form of an electron's orbital within an atom. The integer values it accepts range from...

Using Molar Susceptibility to Determine Spin State

Before we can discuss the types of reactions that transition metal complexes can participate in, we need to discuss more of their properties. In this video, we will review the Crystal Field Theory and build on it to explore the Ligand...

Pi-backbonding with Strong-Field Ligands

Crystal Field Stabilization Energy (CFSE) 1: Introduction

Paramagnetism and Molar Susceptibility

We've learned about electron configurations, and also about how this plays into ionization, given that elements will tend to ionize in such a way so as to achieve noble gas electron configuration. But certain transition metals will seek...