[Ni(CN)_4]^ 2- and [NiCl_4]^ 2- have similarity but not in

JEE Advanced Chemistry question

and have similarity but not in

(A)Magnetic moment
(B)C.N. and O.N
(C)Structure
(D)Both (a) and (c)Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

Both complexes share the same oxidation number () and the same coordination number () (statement b, similar — so NOT the answer). However, (, strong field) is square planar (,

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