AIPMT PRELIMS2004Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
AIPMT PRELIMS 2004 Chemistry Ligands MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
CN⁻ is a strong field ligand. This is due to the fact that :-
A
It is a pseudohalide
B
It can accept electrons from metal species
C
It forms high spin complexes with metal species
D
It carries negative charge
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
CN⁻ is a strong field ligand because it can accept electrons from metal species, leading to low spin complexes.
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