Question:

The most stable complex among the following is

Updated On: Jun 14, 2022
  • $\left[ Pd ( CN )_{4}\right]^{4-}$
  • $\left[ Fe ( CO )_{5}\right]$
  • $\left[ Ni ( CN )_{4}\right]^{4-}$
  • $\left[ Ni ( CN )_{4}\right]^{3-}$
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Stability of a complex depends upon the strength of ligand and charge of the central metal ion.
Stability of complex $\propto$ strength of ligand $\propto$ charge of central metal ion.
Among the given complexes, in $\left[ Ni ( CN )_{4}\right]^{3-}$, the charge of central metal ion is highest, ie, $+ 1$ while $CO$ is the strongest field ligand. Hence, $\left[ Fe ( CO )_{5}\right]$ is the most stable complex among the given complexes.
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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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