NEET Chemistry Coordination Number Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): The coordination number of cobalt in [Co(NH3)6]Cl3 is 6. | Reason (R): The coordination number is determined by the number of sigma bonds formed by ligands with the central metal ion.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that the coordination number is determined by sigma bonds. In [Co(NH3)6]Cl3, ammonia forms six sigma bonds with cobalt, giving a coordination number of 6.
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