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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