NEET Chemistry Coordination Number MCQ Question with Solution

What determines the coordination number of a central atom in a coordination compound?

A

The number of sigma bonds formed by ligands

B

The total number of ligands attached

C

The charge of the central atom

D

The type of ligands used

Option A

The coordination number is determined only by the number of sigma bonds formed by the ligands with the central atom, as stated in the NCERT context.

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