AIPMT MAINS2012Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
AIPMT MAINS 2012 Chemistry Complex Geometry MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Red precipitate is obtained when ethanol solution of dimethylglyoxime is added to ammoniacal Ni(II). Which of the following statements is not true?
A
Red complex has a square planar geometry.
B
Complex has symmetrical H⁻bonding.
C
Red complex has a tetrahedral geometry.
D
Dimethylglyoxime functions as bidentate ligand.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The red complex formed with dimethylglyoxime and Ni(II) is square planar, not tetrahedral.
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