DP Chemistry (first assessment 2025)
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Structure 3.1.10—Transition element complexes are coloured due to the absorption of light when an electron is promoted between the orbitals in the split d-sublevels. The colour absorbed is complementary to the colour observed. Apply the colour wheel to deduce the wavelengths and frequencies of light absorbed and/or observed.

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