NEET Chemistry Coordination Number MCQ Question
Which combinations correctly describe the coordination number of the given transition metal complexes?
Ni(CO)4 has a coordination number of 4, Cr(CO)6 has a coordination number of 6.
Fe(CO)5 has a coordination number of 4, Mn(CO)6 has a coordination number of 6.
Co(CO)4 has a coordination number of 6, Ni(CO)4 has a coordination number of 5.
Mn(CO)6 has a coordination number of 4, Cr(CO)6 has a coordination number of 5.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The coordination number of Ni(CO)4 is indeed 4, and for Cr(CO)6, it is 6, as indicated in the NCERT content on coordination compounds.
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