Which one of the following ions is the most stable in aqueous solution? (At no. Ti=22, V=23, Cr=24, Mn=25)
Cr³⁺
V³⁺
Ti³⁺
Mn³⁺
The stability of transition metal ions in aqueous solution is influenced by their electronic configuration and the Crystal Field Stabilization Energy (CFSE). In an aqueous medium, water molecules act as ligands, creating an octahedral field that splits the -orbitals into lower energy and higher energy sets.
Therefore, Cr³⁺ is the most stable ion among the options due to its stable configuration.
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