Question:

The metal d-orbitals that are directly facing the ligands in $ {K_3[Co(CN)_6]}$ are :

Updated On: Dec 18, 2023
  • $d_{xz}, d_{yz}$ and $d_{z^2}$
  • $d_{xy}, d_{xz}$ and $d_{yz}$
  • $d_{xy}$ and $d_{x^2-y^2}$
  • $d_{x^2-y^2}$ and $d_{z^2}$
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

$K_{3}\left[Co\left(CN\right)_{6}\right] $ $Co^{+3} \to \left[Ar\right]_{18} 3d^{6} $
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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.