Question

The number of bridging $CO$ ligands and $Co-Co$ bonds in $Co_2(CO)_8$, respectively are:

• A. 0 and 2
• B. 2 and 0
• C. 4 and 0
• D. 2 and 1

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

2 and 1

Answer 2

Explanation:
Given:Organometallic compound : $Co_2(CO)_8$ We have to find the number of bridging $CO$ ligands and $Co-Co$ bond.
The structure of $Co_2(CO)_8$ is:
The there are two $CO$ bridging ligands and one $Co-Co$ bond.

$\text{Hence, the correct option is (D):}$ $2 \;and \;1$