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The geometry and magnetic behaviour of the complex $[Ni(CO)_4]$ are

Updated On: Apr 18, 2024
  • tetrahedral geometry and paramagnetic
  • square planar geometry and diamagnetic
  • square planar geometry and paramagnetic
  • tetrahedral geometry and diamagnetic
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

$Ni (28):[ Ar ] 3 d ^{8} 4 s ^{2}$
$\because CO$ is a strong field ligand

Configuration would be :



For, four $'CO'$ -ligands hybridisation would be $sp ^{3}$ and thus the complex would be diamagnetic and of tetrahedral geometry.

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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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