Chemistry-Coordination Number

NEET Chemistry Coordination Number MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following statements about coordination compounds is correct?

A

Coordination compounds can exhibit linkage isomerism due to ambidentate ligands.

B

All coordination compounds have a coordination number of six.

C

Only transition metals can form coordination compounds.

D

Coordination compounds do not play any significant role in biological systems.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Linkage isomerism arises in coordination compounds containing ambidentate ligands, as exemplified by complexes with the thiocyanate ligand. This is discussed in the context of isomerism in coordination compounds.

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