Crystal Field Theory Flashcards
1
Q
How do you fill up weak field diagram?
A
You fill up the diagram one at a time because the energy difference is very small.
2
Q
How do you fill up a strong field diagram?
A
You fill up the bottom level first before filling up the top level because the difference in energy levels is very large.
3
Q
What is the definition for a field diagram that has one or more unpaired electrons?
A
Paramagnetic.
4
Q
What is the definition for a field diagram that has 0 unpaired electrons?
A
Diamagnetic.
5
Q
What does paramagnetic mean?
A
A paramagnetic substance is pulled into a magnetic field.
6
Q
What does diamagnetic mean?
A
A diamagnetic substance is pushed out of a magnetic field.
7
Q
What spin is a weak field?
A
High spin.
8
Q
What spin is a strong field?
A
Low spin.
