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Q.

Ruby is aluminium oxide Al2O3 containing about 0.51% Cr3+ ions d3, which are randomly distributed in positions normally occupied by AI3+ Choose the only incorrect statement :

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a

d-d transitions at these centres give rise to colour

b

Cr3+ is incorporated into the alumina lattice as octahedral chromium (III) complexes

c

The absorption bands seen in the Emerald, shift to longer wavelength, namely yellow-red and blue, causing Ruby to transmit light in green region.

d

In Emerald, Cr3+ + ions occupy octahedral sites in the mineral beryl Be3Al2Si6O18

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

The longer wavelength yellow-red and blue absorption bands present in rubies cause emerald to reflect green color.

Thus, the correct option is D.

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