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What kind of isomerism exists between violet [Cr(H2O)6]Cl3[Cr(H_2O)_6]Cl_3 and greyish-green[Cr(H2O)5Cl]Cl2H2O[Cr(H_2O)_5Cl]Cl_2 \cdot H_2O?

Expert Answer

Solvate (or Hydrate) Isomerism. It involves the exchange of water molecules between the coordination sphere and the ionization sphere (solvent molecules).

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