NEET2019Chemistry-Coordination Compounds

NEET 2019 Chemistry Crystal Field Theory MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12

What is the CORRECT electronic configuration of the central atom in K₄[Fe(CN)₆] based on crystal field theory?

A

t₂g⁶ e₀g

B

e³ t₂³

C

e⁴ t₂²

D

t₂g⁴ e²g

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In K₄[Fe(CN)₆], Fe is in +2 oxidation state and CN⁻ is a strong field ligand, leading to low spin configuration t₂g⁶ e₀g.

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