AIPMT PRELIMS2001Chemistry-Organometallic Chemistry

AIPMT PRELIMS 2001 Chemistry Bonding MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of following organometallic compound is σ and π bonded :

A

[Fe(η⁵ – C₅H₅)₂]

B

K[PtCl₃(η² – C₂H₄)]

C

[Co(CO)₃NH₃]²⁺

D

Fe(C₅H₅)

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

K[PtCl₃(η² – C₂H₄)] contains ethylene as a ligand, which forms both σ and π bonds with the metal.

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