Question
Chemistry Question on Werner’s Theory of Coordination Compounds
The effective atomic number of Fe in Fe(CO)5 is
A
26
B
34
C
36
D
54
Answer
36
Explanation
Solution
In K4[Fe(CN)6] E.A.N. of Fe = Z-O .N . + 2 × C.N. = 26- 2 + 2 × 6 = 36
The effective atomic number of Fe in Fe(CO)5 is
26
34
36
54
36
In K4[Fe(CN)6] E.A.N. of Fe = Z-O .N . + 2 × C.N. = 26- 2 + 2 × 6 = 36