AIIMS2003Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
AIIMS 2003 Chemistry Ligand Strength Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Assertion : NF₃ is a weaker ligand than N(CH₃)₃.
Reason : NF₃ ionizes to give F⁻ ions in aqueous solution.
A
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
B
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
C
If assertion is true but reason is false.
D
If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Due to high electronegativity of F-atoms, the lone pair of N-atom in NF3 molecule cannot be ligated easily.
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