Which of the following can form both high- and low-spin octahedral complexes? A)Cr²⁺ B)Cr³⁺ C)Zn²⁺ D)Cu⁺ E)All of the above can form either high- or low-spin complexes.

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Cr²⁺ can form both high- and low-spin octahedral complexes due to its d⁴ electron configuration, which allows for different arrangements of electrons in the t_2g and e_g orbitals depending on the ligand field strength.

Which of the Following Can Form Both High- and Low-Spin