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Crystal Field/Ligand Field Theory; General Public; Inorganic Chemistry; MO Theory; Textbooks; Transition Elements; Upper Division Undergraduate
Abstract:
The presentation of d-orbital splitting diagrams for square planar transition metal complexes in textbooks and educational materials is often inconsistent and therefore confusing for students. Here we provide a concise summary of the key features of orbital splitting diagrams for square planar complexes, which we propose may be used as an updated reference in chemical education.