NEET Chemistry Coordination Number MCQ Question
How is the coordination number of a central atom or ion in a coordination entity determined?
By the total number of sigma bonds formed with ligands.
By the number of pi bonds formed with ligands.
By the total number of ligands attached to the central atom.
By the oxidation state of the central atom or ion.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The coordination number is determined only by the number of sigma bonds formed by the ligand with the central atom or ion, while pi bonds are not counted.
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