NEET2013Chemistry-Coordination Chemistry

NEET 2013 Chemistry Chelation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

The anion of acetylacetone (acac) forms (Co(acac)₂) chelate; while with Co³⁺. The rings of the chelate are:

A

five membered

B

four membered

C

six membered

D

three membered

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The acetylacetone anion forms a five-membered ring with metal ions in chelate complexes.

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