JEE Main 2002ChemistryCoordination CompoundsCrystal Field Theory CfteasyMCQ

JEE Main 2002Coordination Compounds Question with Solution

From: AIEEE 2002

Question

The most stable ion is :

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Correct answer
C[Fe(CN)6]3-

Step-by-step explanation

The cyano and hydroxo complexes are far more stable than those formed by halide ion. This is due to the fact that and are strong lewis bases (nucleophiles). Further is not formed. hence most stable ion is

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