NEETChemistry-Coordination Compounds

NEET Chemistry Crystal Field Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

[Co(C₂O₄)₃]³⁻ is a diamagnetic complex because

A

C₂O₄²⁻ is strong field ligand hence causes pairing of electrons

B

C₂O₄²⁻ is a bidentate ligand hence causes pairing of electrons

C

Co³⁺ is a strong central atom hence in all complexes of Co³⁺ electrons are paired

D

C₂O₄²⁻ is a strong field ligand hence causes splitting of d-orbitals

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

C₂O₄²⁻ is a strong field ligand that causes pairing of electrons in the d-orbitals, resulting in a diamagnetic complex.

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