AIPMT PRELIMS2011Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
AIPMT PRELIMS 2011 Chemistry Magnetic Properties MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Of the following complex ions, which is diamagnetic in nature?
A
[CoF₆]³⁻
B
[NiCl₄]²⁻
C
[Ni(CN)₄]²⁻
D
[CuCl₄]²⁻
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Ni has dsp² hybridisation where CN⁻ is a strong ligand, leading to pairing of electrons and resulting in a diamagnetic complex.
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