Question:

Amongst the following, the most stable complex is

Updated On: Jul 27, 2022
  • $[Fe(H_2O)_6]^{3+}$
  • $[Fe(NH_3)_6]^{3+}$
  • $[Fe(C_2O_4)_3]^{3-}$
  • $[FeCl_6]^{3-}$
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

[Fe(CO)] is the most stable complex due to chelate formation as CO is a bidentate chelating ligand.
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Coordination Compounds

A coordination compound holds a central metal atom or ion surrounded by various oppositely charged ions or neutral molecules. These molecules or ions are re-bonded to the metal atom or ion by a coordinate bond.

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A coordination entity composes of a central metal atom or ion bonded to a fixed number of ions or molecules.

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A molecule, ion, or group which is bonded to the metal atom or ion in a complex or coordination compound by a coordinate bond is commonly called a ligand. It may be either neutral, positively, or negatively charged.