Magnetic Moments of Coordination Complexes

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Homework Statement


Predict the magnetic moments (spin-only) of the following species:
a. [Cr(H2)6)2+
b. [Cr(CN)6]4-
c. [FeCl4]-
d. [Fe(CN)6]3-
e. [Ni(H2O)6]2+
f. [Cu(en)2(H2O2)]2+

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


I figured that Cr is 2+ for part A and B but I don't really know what the problem is asking. If there are any relevant formulas I'd appreciate learning them.