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A solution of hexaamminocobalt(II) ion, a pale brown colour, is oxidised by air to a solution containing the yellow hexaamminocobalt(III) ion, although overall the solution is dark brown.

4

[Co(NH3)6]2+
  +  
O2
  +  
2
H2O
         
4

[Co(NH3)6]3+
  +  
4
[OH]–
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Hexaamminocobalt(II) ion     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Oxygen     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Water     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Hexaamminocobalt(III) ion     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Hydroxide ion     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming

Interaction, Reaction, Process defined as:
British A-Level Chemistry: A2

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