What is the oxidation number of the central metal in the [Co(CN)(H2O)(en)2]2+ ion?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
[Co(CN)(H2O)(en)2]2+
x + (-1) + (0) + 2(0) = 2
x - 1 = 2
x = 2 + 1 = 3
What is the oxidation number of the central metal in the [Co(CN)(H2O)(en)2]2+ ion?
Correct answer: option 2
[Co(CN)(H2O)(en)2]2+
x + (-1) + (0) + 2(0) = 2
x - 1 = 2
x = 2 + 1 = 3