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Explain Valence Bond Theory (VBT) in coordination compounds.
Explain Valence Bond Theory (VBT) in coordination compounds.
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VBT explains geometry but cannot predict color or magnetic properties of complexes.
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Valence Bond Theory explains bonding in coordination compounds by hybridization of atomic orbitals on the central metal ion:
1. Ligands donate lone pairs to vacant orbitals of the metal ion.
2. Hybrid orbitals form sigma bonds with the ligands.
3. Example: In \( [Ni(CN)_4]^{2-} \), \( Ni^{2+} \) undergoes \( dsp^2 \) hybridization, forming a square planar structure.
1. Ligands donate lone pairs to vacant orbitals of the metal ion.
2. Hybrid orbitals form sigma bonds with the ligands.
3. Example: In \( [Ni(CN)_4]^{2-} \), \( Ni^{2+} \) undergoes \( dsp^2 \) hybridization, forming a square planar structure.
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