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9.20     A solution of [Ni(H_{2}O)_{6}]^{2+}is green but a solution of [Ni(CN)_{4}]^{2-}is colourless. Explain.

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In the case of  [Ni(CN)_{4}]^{2-} , we have CN- as a strong field ligand. So, the pairing of electrons will occur. The electronic configuration of Ni+2  is   d6. Since all the electrons will be paired thus d-d electronic transition is not possible on this case. Whereas in case of  [Ni(H_{2}O)_{6}]^{2+}  we have a weak field ligand (H2O). The pairing of electrons will not occur. Thus electrons from a lower state of energy can transit to a higher state of energy and thus will give some colour.

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