According to crystal field theory, the correct order of ligands with respect to their decreasing order of field strength is

  • A
    $CO > NH_3 > H_2O > Cl^-$
  • B
    $CO > H_2O > NH_3 > Cl^-$
  • C
    $Cl^- > H_2O > NH_3 > CO$
  • D
    $Cl^- > NH_3 > H_2O > CO$

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