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Solid CrF3 contains a Cr(III) ion surrounded by six Fions in an octahedral geometry, all...

Solid CrF3 contains a Cr(III) ion surrounded by six Fions in an octahedral geometry, all at distances of 190 pm. However, MnF3 is in a distorted geometry, with Mn–F distances of 179, 191, and 209 pm (two of each). Explain.

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