AIIMS2003Chemistry-Coordination Compounds

AIIMS 2003 Chemistry Ligands MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The ligand called π acid is

A

CO

B

NH₃

C

C₂O₄²⁻

D

ethylene diamine

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Carbon monoxide is π-acid ligand as it characterises both metal to carbon and carbon to metal bonding.

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