Question:

Which of the following is an example of homoleptic complex?

Updated On: Jun 23, 2024
  • ${[Co(NH_3)_6]Cl_3}$
  • ${[Pt(NH_3)_2Cl_2]}$
  • ${[Co(NH_3)_4Cl_2]}$
  • ${[Co(NH_3)_5Cl]Cl_2}$
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Homoleptic complexes are coordination compounds in which only one type of ligand is coordinated to the central metal ion.

So, the correct option is (A): \({[Co(NH_3)_6]Cl_3}\)

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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.