In the complex PtCl_4 5NH_3

JEE Advanced Chemistry question

In the complex

(A)Two ligands satisfy primary as well as secondary valencies
(B)Four ligands satisfy secondary valency
(C)Ions are and
(D)All the above are correct statementsCorrect

Answer: (D)

Solution

Taking the complex (per the source) as [Pt(NH_3)_4Cl_2]Cl_2: the four ligands occupy coordination (secondary valency) positions around (statement b, true). Two of the four chlorides are coordinated directly to platinum, satisfying both the primary valency (oxidation state contribution) and the

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Question ID VK-160070