JEE Main 2020 — Coordination Compounds Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2020 (Online) 7th January Morning Slot
Question
The theory that can completely/properly explain the nature of bonding in [Ni(Co)4] is :
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Correct answer
DMolecular orbital theory
Step-by-step explanation
In complex [Ni(CO)4] decrease in Ni–C bond
length and increase in C–O bond length as well
as it's magnetic property is explained by MOT.
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