In Crystal Field Theory, when six ligands approach a central metal ion to form an octahedral complex — Coordination Compounds Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

In an octahedral field, ligands approach directly along the Cartesian axes (x, y, z). The axial orbitals ($d_{x^2-y^2}$ and $d_{z^2}$) point directly at the approaching ligands and experience maximum repulsion, becoming the raised $e_g$ set.