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cncbmb
Oct28-09, 02:33 PM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data

The substance CoBr3 dot 4 NH3 dot 2 H2O ha a molar conductivity of 42 kS/m at infinite dilution. Indicate the composition of the coordination sphere.

2. Relevant equations

I don't know any relevant equations.

3. The attempt at a solution

Where can we read about how molar conductivity can tell us the composition of a coordination sphere? I googled this and have not found a tutorial on how to do this type of question.

I don't recall molar conductivity being mentioned in my high school chemistry class when we did coordination spheres.

Borek
Oct28-09, 02:47 PM
There is no direct link, however, think how the molar conductivity depends on the ions present in the solution - types, numbers, charges... Once you can estimate what ions are present, you can conclude how the complex looks.

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