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Question

Which of The following coordination compounds has bridging carbonyl ligand?

$[Mn_2(CO)_{10}]$

$[Co_2(CO)_8]$

$[Cr(CO)_6]$

$[Fe(CO)_5]$

Answer

$[Co_2(CO)_8]$

Explanation

Solution

The coordination compound with a bridging carbonyl ligand is [Co2(CO)8].
In this compound, the cobalt atoms are bridged by carbonyl ligands, which means the carbonyl ligands are shared between the two cobalt atoms, forming a bridging structure.
From structure it is clear [Co2(CO)8] has bridging carbonyl ligand.

bridging carbonyl ligand

So, the Correct option is (B): $[Co_2(CO)_8]$

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