NEET2013Chemistry-Coordination Compounds
NEET 2013 Chemistry Magnetic Properties MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which is diamagnetic?
A
[CoF₆]³⁻
B
[Ni(CN)₄]²⁻
C
[NiCl₄]²⁻
D
[Fe(CN)₆]³⁻
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
[Ni(CN)₄]²⁻ is diamagnetic because it has no unpaired electrons due to the strong field ligand CN⁻ causing pairing.
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