Question:

Which one of the following is an example of octahedral complex ?

Updated On: Jul 7, 2022
  • $ [FeF_6]^{3-} $
  • $[Zn(NH_3)_4]^{2+}$
  • $ [Ni(CN)_4]^{2-} $
  • $ [Cu(NH_3)_4]^{2+}$
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Solution and Explanation

$ [FeF_6]^{3-} $ with coordination number of 6 is an example of octahedral complex
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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.