Chemistry-Coordination Number

NEET Chemistry Coordination Number MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

In the coordination compound [Fe(CN)6]4-, if the coordination number of Fe is 6, how many sigma bonds are formed between the ligands and the central atom?

A

6

B

12

C

24

D

36

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The coordination number is determined by the number of sigma bonds formed by ligands with the central atom. Here, Fe forms 6 sigma bonds with 6 CN- ligands.

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