NEET2022Chemistry-Coordination Compounds

NEET 2022 Chemistry Nomenclature MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The IUPAC name of the complex-[Ag(H₂O)₂][Ag(CN)₂] is:

A

dicyanidosilver(I) diaquaargentate(I)

B

diaquasilver(I) dicyanoargentate(I)

C

dicyanidosilver(II) diaquaargentate(II)

D

diaquasilver(II) dicyanoargentate(II)

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The complex consists of a diaqua silver(I) cation and a dicyanido argentate(I) anion, hence the IUPAC name is dicyanidosilver(I) diaquaargentate(I).

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