The compound [Fe(SCN)(OH2 )5 ] 2 can be detected in the reaction of [Co(NCS)(NH3 )5 ]2 with Fe2 (aq) to give Fe3 (aq) and Co2 (aq). What does this observation suggest about the mechanism

Explanation:

It is observed that the compounds are likely to be coordination compounds whereby SCN(thiocyanate) appears to be an ambidentate ligand possessing two(2) nucleophilic centers i.e sulphur and nitrogen.

The addition process of since it is an oxidizing agent that produces complex in solution.

Thus;

From above; the electron transfer reaction showcases an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction.

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mixture , because iron gets attracted to magnet .