Question:

Which of the following is diamagnetic?

Updated On: Jul 2, 2024
  • $[Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}$
  • \(Co(O_x)_3]^{3-}\)

  • $[FeF_6]^{3-}$
  • $[CoF_6]^{3-}$
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

\([Fe(CN)_6]^{3-}\) has magnetic moment of a single unpaired electron whereas \([FeF_6]^{3-}\) has a magnetic moment of five unpaired electrons.
\([CoF_6]^{3-}\) is paramagnetic with four unpaired electrons while \([Co(C_2O_4)_3]^3\) is diamagnetic. This anomaly is explained by valence bond theory in terms of formation of inner and outer orbital coordination entities. \([Co(C_2O_4)_3]^{3-}\) is an inner orbital complexes having \(d^2sp^3\) hybridization.

So, the correct option is (B): \(Co(O_x)_3]^{3-}\)

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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.