Question:

In $Fe(CO)_5$ > the Fe?? bond possesses :

Updated On: Jul 28, 2022
  • $\pi$-character only
  • both $\sigma$ and $\pi$ characters
  • ionic character
  • $\sigma$-character only
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Metal carbonyl organometallic compounds possess both $\sigma$ and $\pi$ characters.
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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.