JEE Main 2022ChemistryCoordination CompoundsCrystal Field Theory CftmediumMCQ

JEE Main 2022Coordination Compounds Question with Solution

From: JEE Main 2022 (Online) 27th June Morning Shift

Question

Which of the following will have maximum stabilization due to crystal field?

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Correct answer
C[Co(CN)6]3

Step-by-step explanation

The given complexes are:



is the strongest ligand among the given complexes CFSE value for the complex will be highest as it has configuration with a CFSE value of , where represents pairing energy and represents splitting energy in octahedral field.

The value of is high for cyanide complexes.

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