JEE Main 2016 — Coordination Compounds Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2016 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot
Question
Which one of the following complexes will consume more equivalents of aqueous
solution of Ag(NO3)?
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Correct answer
C[Cr(H2O)6]Cl3
Step-by-step explanation
[Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 has the highest primary valency among the given complexes, that is, three, therefore, it will consume three moles of AgNO3 and precipitate three moles of AgCl.
[Cr(H2O)6]Cl3 + 3AgNo3 3AgCl + [Cr(H2O)6](NO)3
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