Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: Coordination Compounds

Question:

\([CoF_6]^{3-}\) using valance bond theory can be explained as

Options:

Inner orbital, paramagnetic

Outer orbital, paramagnetic

Inner orbital,  diamagentic

Outer orbital, diamagnetic

Correct Answer:

Outer orbital, paramagnetic

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2. Outer orbital, paramagnetic.

The central \(Co\) atom is \(sp^3d^2\) hybridized. It forms octahedral complex with paramagnetic behavior due to presence of \(4\) unpaired electrons. It forms outer orbital or high spin or spin free complex as it utilizes outer \(4d\) orbitals in \(sp^3d^2\) hybridization.