Question

Mark the correct statement regarding the geometry of complex ions.

(i) The geometry of the complex ion depends upon the coordination number.

(ii) If coordination number is 6, the complex is octahedral.

(iii) If coordination number is 4, the geometry of the complex may be tetrahedral or square planar.

• A. (i),(ii) and (iii)
• B. (i) and (ii) only
• C. (i) and (iii) only
• D. (ii) and (iii) only.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

(i),(ii) and (iii)

Answer 2

All the statement are correct with respect to the geometry of complex ions.