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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: Coordination Compounds

Question:

What is the oxidation number of the central metal in the [Co(CN)(H2O)(en)2]2+ ion?

Options:

-3

+3

-2

+1

Correct Answer:

+3

Explanation:

[Co(CN)(H2O)(en)2]2+ 

x + (-1) + (0) + 2(0) = 2

x - 1 = 2

x = 2 + 1 = 3