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Coordination number of Cr is six. A complex ion of Cr with $C_2O_4^{ 2-}$, en and superoxide ion, $O_2^ -$ has the formula $[Cr(C_2O_4)_x(en)_y(O_2)_z]^-$. The ratio x : y : z will be

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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

x : y : z should be such that total charge = -1(i.e. charge on the complex ion). For (a), total charge = + 3 + 1 (-2) + 1(0) + 1 (-1) = 0 For (b), total charge = + 3 + 1 (-2) + 1(0) + 2(-1) = -1 Hence, (b) is correct.
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Concepts Used:

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.

Coordination entity:

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

Ligands:

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.