Question
Chemistry Question on Coordination Compounds
Assuming [NiCl4] as Complex-A and [Ni(CO)4] as Complex-B, choose the correct statement. (At.No. of Ni is 28.)
A
State of hybridization of Ni in complex-A is dsp2 and in complex-B is sp3.
B
Complex-A is paramagnetic and complex-B is diamagnetic
C
Oxidation state of Ni in both complexes is +2
D
CO is a weaker ligand than CT
Answer
Complex-A is paramagnetic and complex-B is diamagnetic
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B) : Complex-A is paramagnetic and complex-B is diamagnetic