In the splitting of d-orbitals in a square planar complex, which orbital experiences the maximum ele — Coordination Compounds Chemistry Question

💡 Solution & Explanation

Removing the z-axis ligands (from octahedral) massively lowers z-dependent orbitals. The four remaining ligands intensely repel the $d_{x^2-y^2}$ orbital, sending it to the highest energy [32, 47].