Crystal Field Theory (CFT) is a bonding model that explains the electronic structure and properties of transition metal complexes. It assumes that metal-ligand interactions are purely electrostatic, treating ligands as point charges that create an electric field around the central metal ion. This field splits the degenerate d-orbitals of the metal ion, leading to changes in energy levels, color, and magnetic properties of the complex.
Where CFT fails is in explaining why some ligands have strong fields and some have weak fields.
Sector2 1 points 3 days ago
Where CFT fails is in explaining why some ligands have strong fields and some have weak fields.